OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox Weather

FOX Weather is a 24/7 ad-supported streaming service operated by FOX News Media. Launched in October 2021, the platform builds upon FOX News Channel’s expansive newsgathering units & FOX Television Stations’ added resources with a combined 120 meteorologists for a comprehensive suite of weather products featuring local, regional and national reporting, in addition to live programming. Utilizing multiple radar systems, including an immersive mobile 3D radar, and more than 100,000 HD cameras located around the country, the service offers users an innovative approach to forecasting, including coverage surrounding all weather patterns, from immediate to long-term. FOX Weather is available via foxweather.com, the FOX Weather app on IOS and Android devices, as well as Tubi, Apple TV, Amazon, and Roku, through FOX’s Connected TV Apps.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Are you ready to bring your talent, dedication, and passion for weather to the forefront of a digital streaming platform? Fox Weather is looking for a dedicated and experienced Freelance Segment Producer to join our team in NY. The ideal Freelance Segment Producer is talented, organized, and hard-working with great editorial judgment. In this role, you will pitch stories, produce research packets, gather elements, and work closely with on-air talent. The Freelance Segment Producer should also be familiar with line producing and have experience in producing breaking news in the control room.

If you love weather news, it's your chance to play a pivotal role in a forward-thinking team that values creativity and passion for the stories we tell. Your contributions to Fox Weather will not only help inform the public but also shape the way they understand the world of weather.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

Be the driving force from start to finish on segment production, ensuring each piece holds true to Fox Weather's high standards

Pitch innovative story ideas and turn them into compelling on-air content

Work closely with our on-air talent, prepping them for each show

Showcase your versatility within our control room as you line produce, in addition to handing breaking news situations

Creative (out of the box) mind that can transform ordinary stories into extraordinary ones on a daily basis.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field preferred, or equivalent experience

Strong interest in weather-related topics ranging from the urgent bulletins that affect lives to the intriguing human stories shaped by the weather

An excellent sense of editorial judgment

The ability to remain calm and effective in the control room under high-pressure situations

Experience with iNEWS or Dalet editing software will be considered an asset

Must be able to work early mornings and weekends 

A passion for storytelling that engages and connects with viewers on an emotional level

Fantastic organizational skills that will keep you cool, calm, and collected under high pressure / tight deadline situations

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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 rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $36.00-41.00 annually. We provide Freelancers medical/dental/vision insurance and 401k after they meet eligibility criteria and any State required time-off, in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.