OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY
Fox News MediaFOX 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 DESCRIPTIONFox News is looking for a creative, organized, motivated Associate Producer to join our Washington D.C Bureau. The Associate Producer will be responsible for working with reporters to gather video and audio elements, obtain information, and deliver compelling live shots. You must be willing to get the latest elements into your live shots and move content forward. The Associate Producer has strong editorial and logistical skills, as well as a natural curiosity of news.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Find the key elements that drive stories forward, log events, and track news developments
Be well-read and up to date on Washington-based and political stories, ensuring you are always ahead of the curve
Assist reporters in setting up studio and zoom interviews, asking critical questions, and gathering the information needed to craft and produce impactful live shots
Monitor wires, social media, and other broadcast networks to identify and flag breaking developments as they happen
Work closely with our D.C. and New York-based shows to ensure Fox provides editorially and visually compelling live shots that captivate viewers
Develop ideas for D.C. bureau coverage that inform, educate, and inspire Fox’s audience
WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field of study preferred, or equivalent experience
2 years of television news experience
Experience producing reporter live shots
Strong logistical, editorial, and communication skills
Knowledge of national and international news
Familiarity with the various D.C. government agencies
Keen understanding of how to set up interviews and gather news
Being a self-starter who can work independently, as well as a team player
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multitask, and prioritize daily, especially in breaking news situations
Familiarity with iNews, Outlook and Dalet systems is a plus
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 $67,000.00-70,000.00 annually. 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.View more detail about FOX Benefits.
