News Producer

FOX News Network, LLC • $80K — $84K *

Washington, DC 20011In-Person

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Less than 5 years of experience

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Qualifications

1 year of experience in a medium to major television market
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Radio/TV, or related field preferred
Proficiency with MS Office including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines under pressure

Responsibilities

Manage daily production of newscasts, including writing and story compilation
Direct Control Room operations during assigned newscasts for flawless execution
Provide direction and instruction to field and studio crews
Collaborate with Executive Producer on run order changes and newscast content
Supervise Writers and provide editing feedback on assignments
Work with reporters to develop and edit story scripts
Log, edit, transcribe soundbites, and create graphics for segments

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) plan
Paid time off
Additional benefits per applicable plan documents

Full Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

The News Producer is responsible for their individual, assigned newscast. Each Producer works with their Executive Producer and other newsroom staff to take daily reporter assignments, voiceovers (VOs), voice-over sound on tape (VOSOTs) and other stories to build compelling, informative newscasts. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following duties.

Duties/Responsibilities

Manage daily production of newscasts by compiling and writing stories, logging video, etc. within specific time constraints to meet news deadlines.
Manage the Control Room during assigned newscasts, working closely with Directors and Production teams to ensure live programs are executed flawlessly.
Provide direction and talent instruction to crews in the field and in studio.
Collaborate about changes with Executive Producer prior to air and during newscasts.
Supervise and oversee Writers assigned to the shift, assign writing ideas to APs, edit AP scripts, and provide feedback.
Work with reporters to develop story scripts, edit Reporter scripts, and provide feedback.
Assign voiceovers and VO-SOTs to Reporters and Anchors.
Collaborate with on-air staff to assist with story development and story support.
Work with field crews, via telephone, to manage stories, provide graphics support, video, and logistical support.
Log, edit, and transcribe soundbites, write VOs, teases and opens, create basic graphics and coordinate closely with video editors.
Work closely with Assignment Desk staff to coordinate live shots and Reporter and Photographer assignments.
Maintain open communication with News Director, the news management team, and all station personnel to efficiently, respectfully, and professionally complete news assignments.
Collaborate with web/social media team to coordinate coverage for online and on-air stories.
Quickly add appropriate information to newscasts in the event of breaking news.
Produce unscheduled breaking news or other items as events warrant.
Attend and participate in department meetings. Provide suggestions for news related stories and participate in post-production critiques.
Demonstrate responsibility for all equipment issued by FOX.
Comply with all FOX Corporate computer requirements.
Comply with all FOX Corporate and station policies.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Abilities

Proficiency with MS Office including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.

Ability to work under daily pressure and successfully manage multiple projects and deadlines.
This is a full-time position on a regular shift, but the news is a 24/7 world and that could occasionally include other shifts as breaking news or other circumstances warrant.

Education and Experience

One (1) year of experience in a medium to major television market
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Radio/TV or related discipline preferred.

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working at a computer.
Regularly stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.
Occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

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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 $80,000.00-84,000.00 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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