Freelance Production Assistant, Media Desk

Posted One Month Ago
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New York, NY, USA
In-Office
18-22 Hourly
Entry level
Digital Media • News + Entertainment
The Role
Supports a live news media desk by attaching metadata to incoming video, logging archive footage, ingesting physical media, transcribing breaking-news speeches, and monitoring video quality. Requires strong communication, organization, editorial judgment, current-events knowledge, multitasking ability, and flexibility for weekends and holidays. Broadcasting, journalism, or communications education is preferred, along with familiarity with iNews and Dalet Galaxy.
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OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox News Media

FOX News Media operates the FOX News Channel (FNC), FOX Business Network (FBN), FOX News Digital, FOX News Audio, FOX News Books, the direct-to-consumer digital streaming services FOX Nation and FOX News International and the newly announced platform FOX Weather. Currently the number one network in all of cable, FNC has also been the most watched television news channel for 20 consecutive years, while FBN currently ranks among the top business channels on cable. Owned by FOX Corporation, FOX News Media reaches 200 million people each month.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a talented Freelance Production Assistant to join our Media Desk. The Freelance Production Assistant will be a self-starter with stellar communication skills. The Freelance Production Assistant must have a positive attitude and is highly organized. You will be able to perform well under the pressure of a live news environment. You are eager to advance within the company and you are a quick learner.


Please note, depending on department availability this role will work either a full-time or part time freelance schedule. There is an opportunity for this role to lead into a full-time staff position with company benefits.


A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Attach editorial meta-data (text information) to large volumes of incoming daily video
  • Provide shot-by-shot logs for video specifically selected for permanent archive.
  • Use video hardware to ingest physical media into a digital system.
  • Transcribe important speeches as it pertains to breaking news situations.
  • Monitor quality control standards with correct video and levels

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

  • Bachelor’s degree in Broadcasting, Journalism or Communications is preferred
  • Knowledge of iNews and Dalet Galaxy is a plus
  • Strong knowledge of current events
  • Experience with multi-tasking several projects
  • Excellent editorial judgment
  • Ability to work flexible shifts including weekends and holidays

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We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $17.79-22.00 per hour. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

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Skills Required

  • Strong communication skills
  • Positive attitude and ability to self-start
  • Highly organized
  • Ability to work under pressure in a live news environment
  • Strong knowledge of current events
  • Experience multitasking across several projects
  • Excellent editorial judgment
  • Ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and holidays
  • Bachelor's degree in Broadcasting, Journalism, or Communications
  • Knowledge of iNews and Dalet Galaxy

Fox Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Fox Corporation and has not been reviewed or approved by Fox Corporation.

  • Healthcare Strength — Healthcare and wellness programs are described as broad, including multiple medical plans, dental and vision, mental-health resources, and telemedicine, with employee costs reportedly favorable versus national averages. Feedback suggests these offerings are a strong element of the overall package for eligible employees.
  • Retirement Support — 401(k) plans with company contributions and matching, plus Roth and post-tax options, are highlighted as strengths. Some materials also note additional match opportunities tied to student-loan repayments, reinforcing retirement as a competitive pillar.
  • Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave, fertility benefits, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, and backup care (including for elders and pets) are emphasized. These programs signal a comprehensive approach to family support.

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The Company
HQ: New York, NY
5,001 Employees

What We Do

Fox Corporation produces and distributes compelling news, sports and entertainment content through its iconic domestic brands including: FOX News, FOX Sports, the FOX Network, and the FOX Television Stations. These brands hold cultural significance with consumers and commercial importance for distributors and advertisers. The breadth and depth of our footprint allows us to deliver content that engages and informs audiences, develops deeper consumer relationships and creates more compelling product offerings. FOX maintains an impressive track record of news, sports, and entertainment industry success that will shape our strategy to capitalize on current strengths and invest in new initiatives. For more information about Fox Corporation, please visit www.FoxCorporation.com.

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