About this role
OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY
Fox 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
America Reports is looking for a talented, organized, and motivated Associate Producer/Writer who has a natural curiosity for news and politics. The Associate Producer/Writer will write anchor scripts, including readers, VOSOTs, as well as guest and reporter hit intros. Snappy lower thirds and teases are a must. The Associate Producer/Writer will be able to work well under deadline pressure, have stellar communication skills, and have the drive to win.
You will be offered the following shift: Wednesday - Sunday.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Write copy including readers, teases, and intros
- Pitch and develop unique and compelling stories that meet all required editorial standards
- Watch events to identify news highlights and flag news developments
- Stay on top of the latest editorial information and communicate changes to managers in a fast-paced atmosphere
- Coordinate daily story development and report to the senior and executive producers
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred, or equivalent experience
- 3+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of skills and demonstrated 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
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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 $67,000.00-75,000.00 annually. 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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