Associate Producer, Weekends

Fox Corporation•New York, NY

3d•$67,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

Fox News Channel is looking for a motivated and creative Associate Producer! As an Associate Producer, you will write compelling and conversational copy on a wide variety of news topics. You have exceptional script writing skills and impeccable grammar. Your news judgment is exemplary and you have knowledge of and passion for current events and politics. You will need to work well under constant deadline pressure.

Requirements

3+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of skills and demonstrated experience.
Exceptional script writing skills, news judgment, and grammar
Superior understanding of Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and other social media networks and applications
Solid news judgment and an outstanding grasp of politics and current events
Substantial control room and breaking news experience
Team-player attitude paired with the ability to meet quick deadlines and react to rapid news developments
Excellent comprehension of geopolitical climate and current events

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of iNews, VIZ, and desktop editing preferred
Bachelor’s degree in journalism or a related field of study preferred, or equivalent experience

Responsibilities

Research and craft stories in a way that resonates with our viewers
Write compelling scripts and bold banners under deadline pressure
Work with various show producers and anchors to manage live shots and handle guest segments
Coordinate elements for your stories, including video and graphics and scour social media for elements or information the competitors missed
Communicate critical information with showrunners and field producers
Stay on top of latest editorial information, and communicate changes in a fast-paced atmosphere
Pitch story ideas