News Producer

FOX News Network, LLC • $82K — $90K *

Chicago, IL 60629In-Person

Media

Less than 5 years of experience

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Qualifications

2-3 years of experience in a producing role essential
Strong line producing experience is highly desirable
Proven experience developing and publishing content on digital and social platforms
Proficient on various software platforms
Creative originality in presentation and delivery
Detail-oriented with ability to manage tight deadlines
Outstanding news judgment and commitment to factual accuracy

Responsibilities

Investigate and gather ideas for local Chicago stories
Source video content and manage editing workflows
Craft compelling and unique content for digital and linear streams
Ensure smooth running of the newscast with quality and accuracy
Engage users across social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) plan
Paid time off
Additional benefits in accordance with plan documents
Benefits for union-represented employees per collective bargaining agreement

Full Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

WFLD FOX Chicago needs a dynamic, energetic, and innovative producer to join our team and become part of a media company with a start-up mentality and approach. We are looking for someone with a keen intellect who is curious about the world around them. We are less focused on writing scripts and more focused on developing engaging conversational streaming concepts. You need to have a sense of timing for when a conversation should continue or be cut short. Quickly think of probing questions and have a sense for what interests Chicago audiences.

You must be willing to take risks and cannot be afraid to fail.

Key Responsibilities:

Investigate and gather ideas for local Chicago stories that matter to our community.
Source video content with manage editing workflows.
Utilize your strong writing skills to craft compelling, unique content for our digital and linear stream.
Ensure the newscast runs smoothly while maintaining quality and accuracy.
Help us to reach and engage users on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, TikTok, Snapchat and the next platforms that emerge.

Requirements:

Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in a producing role essential.
Experience line producing is highly desirable.
Experience developing and publishing content, including news, on digital and social platforms is a must
Proficiency on and quick study on various software platforms
Originality and creativity in presentation and delivery.
Detail-oriented with the ability to manage tight deadlines and respond well to direction.
Outstanding news judgment and commitment to factual accuracy.
Must be reliable and willing to work flexible working hours

If you are ready to shape the future of news and live to iterate, we invite you to apply and bring your expertise to FOX Chicago. Together, we can deliver the news our community relies upon and trusts.

To apply, submit your resume with your experience and any relevant work samples. We are looking for someone who can rise to the occasion and continually deliver excellence. Join us at FOX Chicago for a career that can make a real impact.

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 $82,000.00-90,000.00 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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