OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY
Fox News MediaFOX 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 Media is looking for an experienced Executive Producer responsible for overseeing content for a one-hour news program. You will work hand-in-hand with the hosts, the show team, and management to facilitate a successful production.
We are looking for a self-starter to lead the launch of a multi-vertical news program. The ideal candidate will have experience creating new programming — from building a team from the ground up to creating rundowns and graphics to designing a set. This is a multi-vertical launch across video, audio, and digital platforms. You must have the ability to manage the daily workflow for each of the platforms.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
Serve as the editorial point person from initial story development through the live control room broadcast
Frame compelling storylines and determine the best sound and elements for each segment
Copy edit scripts throughout the broadcast
Work directly with the hosts and all production staff on show content
Evaluate potential guest segments
Manage and mentor staff and monitor their development
Conduct annual performance reviews
Oversee staff calendar/backup roles
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
10+ years of experience producing news at a local station or network, having a good understanding of foreign news coverage is a plus.
Knowledge of and experience in news and digital
2+ years of experience as a Senior Producer in a live news environment
Bilingual (Spanish and English) required
Bachelor’s degree in journalism or a related field preferred
Strong technical skills and strong strategic thinking/decision-making skills
Ability to execute live segments including breaking news
Ability to work all hours and days as breaking news requires
Ability to copy edit scripts for air
Ability to handle daily script and segment deadline pressure
Ability to react to breaking news with immediate programming ideas
Exceptional editorial skills
Ability to be a team player
Broad knowledge of current events, politics, and pop culture
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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: $190,000.00-225,000.00 annually for New York City and Westchester County, NY. 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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