Senior Producer, Weekends

FOX News Network, LLC • $114K — $135K *

New York, NY 10025In-Person

Media

8 - 10 years of experience

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Qualifications

8+ years of relevant experience in news production or a related field
Strong organizational and managerial abilities to foster teamwork
Decisive control room management skills
Detail-oriented with the ability to meet tight deadlines
Passion for current events and political news
Exceptional editorial judgment for compelling content
Demonstrated leadership and experience in boosting newscast ratings
Proficiency in talent management strategies

Responsibilities

Participate in editorial decisions for daily and future content
Set production standards and provide leadership in the newsroom
Manage the production team including Senior Booker and Line Producers
React swiftly to breaking news to ensure timely content delivery
Oversee preparation of research packets for daily shows
Mentor and develop show staff such as Writers and Production Assistants
Collaborate with team members to share story ideas and pitches

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Paid time off
Eligibility for additional benefits as per applicable plan documents
Benefits structure in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement for union members

Full Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a dynamic, hardworking and creative Senior Producer to join our weekend news team. You are a natural leader, a proven go-getter and someone who can rise to the occasion under the stressful demands of cable news. As the Senior Producer, you have excellent editorial judgment, can put together compelling segments and shows and have breaking news experience.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

Participate in editorial decisions for content for the show - day of and future
Set the editorial and production standards and provide leadership in the newsroom
Manage team, which includes overseeing the Senior Booker, Line Producer, Writers, Elements Producer and Production Assistant
React to breaking news and ensure the right content is getting on the air as news happens
Oversee research packets and facts for day of air
Mentor and develop show staff including Line Producers, Writers, Bookers and Production Assistants
Work hands-on with executive producers, anchors and reporters making sure they are receiving the necessary research and elements needed to ensure the best show on a daily basis
Work with members of the team to share content as well as pitches and ideas

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

8+ Years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of skills and demonstrated experience
Excellent organizational and managerial skills as well as the ability to create an environment that fosters teamwork
Decisive and skilled management of a control room is required
You must be detail-oriented and able to work under pressure and meet multiple daily deadlines
Knowledge and passion for current events and politics is essential
Exceptional editorial skills: Ability to recognize stories with high potential for compelling television
Proven track record of leadership and newscast ratings growth
Experience with talent management
Degree in Journalism or related field of study preferred, or equivalent experience
Willingness and flexibility to work both days of the weekend as well as three days during the traditional workweek

#LI-BC1

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 $114,000.00-135,000.00 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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