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 DESCRIPTIONAmerica's Newsroom is looking for a sharp, motivated, and versatile Freelance Associate Producer to join our fast-paced morning news team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career television news producer looking to sharpen their editorial instincts, strengthen their production skills, and contribute to one of the nation's leading live news programs. The ideal candidate is a strong writer with solid newsroom experience, exceptional news judgment, and a genuine curiosity to learn every aspect of live television production.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Write clear, conversational scripts, teases, guest tosses, and banners under tight deadlines
- Pitch story ideas, compelling soundbites, and visual elements that strengthen our coverage
- Collaborate with producers to coordinate reporter live shots and guest segments
- Research developing stories and identify editorial updates throughout the news cycle
- Monitor live events, news conferences, and breaking developments, communicating updates quickly and accurately
- Learn and contribute to multiple aspects of live television production while working alongside experienced producers and newsroom leaders
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
- Bachelor’s degree in journalism or a related field of study preferred, or equivalent experience
- Experience working in a major-market newsroom or national news environment
- Exceptional writing skills, impeccable grammar and strong editorial judgment
- Deep understanding of politics, current events and the national news landscape
- Ability to thrive under pressure and adapt quickly in a fast-paced breaking news environment
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset
- Demonstrated curiosity and a desire to continuously develop new editorial and production skills
- Experience working with newsroom systems such as iNews, VIZ, Dalet, or similar production tools preferred
- Control room experience and desktop editing experience are a plus
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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 $33.65 per hour.What you need to know about the NYC Tech Scene
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