Line Producer, Varney & Co

FOX News Network, LLC • $83K — $110K *

New York, NY 10025In-Person

Media

Less than 5 years of experience

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Qualifications

5-7 years of experience in a live television control room environment
Proven experience line producing in a control room setting
In-depth knowledge of U.S. business news and politics
Exceptional editorial judgment skills
Ability to create engaging graphics for broadcast
Capacity to perform under tight deadlines
Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field preferred, or equivalent experience

Responsibilities

Build engaging newscasts quickly under pressure
Pitch and implement creative segment ideas and guest appearances
Effectively communicate requirements to team members including Associate Producers and Bookers
Write attention-grabbing teases for upcoming segments
Time the show and liaise with the anchor during the broadcast
Organize and oversee story placement, graphics, and other production elements
Collaborate with on-air talent and production team for seamless execution

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) plan for retirement savings
Paid time off for personal time
Additional benefits in alignment with company policy
Benefits as per the union collective bargaining agreement

Full Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Varney & Co. is looking for a talented, organized, and hard-working Line Producer with strong control room experience and great editorial judgment. We're looking for someone who can craft great newscasts quickly and adapt to breaking news. You have stellar communication skills, can thrive in a fast-paced breaking news environment, and are looking to grow within the company and take on more responsibilities.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

Build fast-paced, compelling newscast under deadline pressure
Pitch and execute creative and innovative ideas for segments and guests
Communicate needs effectively with Associate Producers, Bookers, and Production Assistants
Write dynamic teases
Time the show in the control room and communicate with the anchor clearly and effectively
Arrange and create story placement, graphics, writing, and all other editorial and production elements
Communicate with on-air talent, reporters, guests, and director to ensure the show is executed properly
Work collaboratively with the showrunner and show team
Participate in editorial planning and direction of the show
Cut video, sound, and book guests as needed; contribute to social media as needed

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

Professional experience in a live television control room environment
Professional experience line producing in the control room
Thorough knowledge of U.S. business news and politics
Strong editorial judgment
Ability to make compelling graphics for air
Ability to work under intense deadline pressures
A Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field of study preferred, or equivalent experience

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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 $83,000.00-110,000.00 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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