Freelance Producer
Fox•Columbia, WA
•Onsite
About The Position
FOX News is seeking a creative, resourceful, and highly motivated Freelance Producer for its Washington, D.C. Bureau. The producer works closely with reporters, editors, and bureau staff to develop compelling live shots and news packages, bringing stories to life on air. The role calls for an experienced journalist with strong editorial judgment who can stay calm under pressure, make independent decisions, and contribute in breaking-news situations.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent experience.
- At least 5 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of skills and demonstrated experience.
- Experience working in a local or national newsroom.
- Demonstrated experience producing live shots, breaking-news coverage, and news packages.
- Strong editorial judgment and logistical skills, with knowledge of national and international politics.
- Familiarity with Washington, D.C., government agencies, and the federal political landscape.
- Understanding of how to secure interviews, develop sources, and gather news.
- Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a team.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multitask, meet deadlines, and prioritize competing assignments, particularly during breaking news situations.
- Flexibility to work nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours as breaking news dictates.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with iNews, Outlook, and Dalet.
Responsibilities
- Work with reporters to produce compelling, visually engaging live shots and packages.
- Collaborate with editors to shape footage, sound, and visuals into a cohesive story that reflects the reporter’s editorial vision.
- Recommend interview subjects and coordinate, schedule, and conduct interviews on behalf of reporters.
- Gather current sound and video, log events, and identify and flag important news developments.
- Monitor news wires, social media, and other broadcast networks for breaking news and emerging stories.
- Build graphics, banners, and lower-thirds/CGs to support live coverage and packages.
- Pitch timely, creative story ideas that resonate with the Fox News audience.
- Provide editorial and logistical support during breaking news and major events.
- Coordinate logistics and gather information in support of reporting.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) plan
- Paid time off
- Other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents
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