Breaking News Producer, The Story with Martha MacCallum
Fox Corporation•New York, NY
•$83,000 - $116,000•Onsite
About The Position
“The Story with Martha MacCallum” is seeking a Breaking News Producer with extensive control room experience who can write scripts as news happens, create compelling and accurate lower thirds for live events and quickly build up-to-date research on late-breaking stories. The ideal candidate has experience writing under tight deadlines, manages pressure with composure and has solid editorial judgement. The Breaking News Producer will also step-in as back-up Line Producer on occasion.
Requirements
- 5+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of skills and demonstrated experience.
- Prior experience copy-editing
- Experience timing a live show in a control room
- Strong interest/knowledge of current events and politics
- A passion for storytelling with a strong creative drive; willingness to take risks
- Editorial confidence to execute a show roadmap
Nice To Haves
- A Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field of study preferred, or equivalent experience
Responsibilities
- Write up-to-date scripts under tight deadlines
- Build compelling and concise lower thirds during live events
- Monitor multiple sources for new developments on breaking stories
- Quickly turn relevant sound, visuals, and graphics in the control room
Benefits
- medical/dental/vision
- insurance
- a 401(k) plan
- paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
