fox com is hiring: Freelance Associate Producer, America Reports ...
fox com - New York, NY, United States, 10261
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OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY
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
America Reports is looking for a talented, organized, and motivated Freelance Associate Producer who has a natural curiosity for news and politics. The Freelance Associate Producer will write anchor scripts, including readers, VOSOTs, as well as guest and reporter hit intros. Snappy lower thirds and teases are a must. The Freelance Associate Producer will be able to work well under deadline pressure, have stellar communication skills, and have the drive to win.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Write copy for anchors, including readers, teases, and intros.
- Pitch and develop unique and compelling stories that meet all required editorial standards.
- Watch events and log material to identify news highlights and flag news developments.
- Stay on top of the latest editorial information and communicate changes to anchors and managers in a fast-paced atmosphere.
- Perform research, find, cut, and produce elements, and write scripts as needed.
- Coordinate daily story development and report to the senior and executive producers in New York.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
- 3+ years of experience in television production.
- Bachelor’s Degree in journalism or related field of study preferred, or equivalent experience.
- Strong logistical and editorial skills with knowledge of national and international politics.
- Self-starter who can work independently as well as in a team.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment, multitask, and prioritize daily and especially in a breaking news environment.
- Familiarity with iNews, Dalet, and VIZ preferred.