OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANYFox 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

Fox News is looking for a creative, organized, motivated, curious individual with strong editorial and logistical skills to be a Field Producer in our Washington D.C Bureau. The Field Producer will be responsible for working with reporters to set up interviews, obtain information, write scripts, build graphics and deliver compelling live shots and packages. You must be willing to ask the tough questions, get the latest elements into a story and move content forward. Aggressively seeking out additional information and pitching stories is critical to success in this position. A natural curiosity of news is a must.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

Find elements, log events, and identify news developments

Familiar with daily developments on Washington-based political stories

Work with reporters to set up interviews, ask questions, and obtain information to craft and produce live shots and packages

Deploy in the field when needed to news gather and field produce live shots

Utilize a digital camera to shoot video and sound

Use LiveU equipment to transmit live or taped video footage

Monitor wires, social media, and other broadcast networks for news developments

Build graphics, chyrons, and lower thirds for story delivery

Pitch story ideas

Work with editors to deliver visually compelling stories

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field of study is preferred, or equivalent experience

5 years of experience in a local or national newsroom

Experience producing news live shots and packages both in-house and in the field

Strong logistical and editorial skills with knowledge of national and international politics

Familiarity with 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 on a daily basis, and especially in breaking news situations

Familiarity with iNews, Outlook, Dalet, LiveU is a plus

Must be flexible with your schedule, willing to travel, and work both weekdays and weekends

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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.

At FOX, we foster a culture and environment where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. We are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent across our company. We live in a diverse world, with different ideas and different perspectives that come together to spark new ideas and make great things happen. That means reflecting the diversity of the world around us is critical to our company’s success. We ensure that our viewers, communities and employees feel heard, represented, and celebrated both on screen and off.

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Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is: $84,500.00-118,500.00 annually for Washington, D.C. 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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