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FOX News Multimedia Reporters - Seattle, WA

fox com, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022


FOX News Multimedia Reporters (MMRs) are on the front lines of breaking news nationwide. Qualified candidates are positioned across the country to shoot, produce, edit, and report content for FOX News Media platforms. After two years of ongoing development and mentorship, our reporters are positioned to become stronger journalists in the field.

Be one of the first applicants, read the complete overview of the role below, then send your application for consideration.The FOX News Multimedia Reporters are part of our company's ongoing mission to invest in talent. As a Multimedia Reporter, you will be on scene for major national stories and help newsgather for FOX News Media platforms. You will respond to breaking news on short notice in your region and at times, nationwide. You will also develop unique stories for enterprise pieces that appeal to a national audience.This reporter will be based out of Seattle, WA.A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIESInitiate and create news content for daily stories and breaking news across multiple FOX platforms, including FOX News Channel, FOX Business Network, FOX Weather, FOX News Digital, FOX News EDGE, and FOX News RadioResearch, write, produce, edit, and report original news stories, including appropriate video, graphics, and audio packagesShoot, edit, and transmit content in the field utilizing FOX-provided equipment for daily and breaking news coverageCommunicate with management regarding story development while working alongside news managers, assignment editors, and producers to generate news packagesTravel often to cover breaking news at a moment’s notice, within your region and at times, nationwideEstablish a strong network of sources and contacts within the community to develop story leads and ongoing relationshipsWHAT YOU WILL NEED2-4 years of professional on-air field reporting experience as a general assignment reporter, reporting and/or editing news stories for all broadcast and digital media platformsA strong grasp of national news & campaign politicsA natural affinity for storytelling, a love for news, a strong work ethic, and a passion to succeedMust have outstanding time management skills, and complete required assignments on deadlineExceptional writing, research, and on-air presentation skills including knowledge of AP styleAdept in the field and capable of responsibly handling a live news situationStrong working knowledge of multimedia production, including previous experience with non-linear editing and CMS platformsAbility to work independently and unilaterally with minimum on-site support and supervisionA team player who takes initiativeAbility to work nights, holidays, and weekends, often on short noticeMust be willing to submit a consumer report and reference processMust be willing to sign a two-year employment contractMust have unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S.Bachelor’s degree with a concentration in journalism or communications, or a related field is preferredAbility to relocate to a new city with a 30-day or less noticeA valid driver’s license and safe driving recordREQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALSResumeCover letter detailing why FOX News should select you to join the Multimedia Reporters teamOn-Air Reel (Include the link to your reel in your resume or cover letter)3 TV script writing samples (Include the link(s) to your writing samples in your resume and cover letter)

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