Job Number: R50027621
Brand: Fox News Media
Job Type: News, Production
Location Type: Onsite
Experience Level: Experienced Hires
Location: New York, New York
Job Posting Date: January 21, 2025
Fox & Friends is looking for a creative, organized, motivated, curious individual with strong editorial and logistical skills to fill a Field Producer position. As the Field Producer, you will be responsible for working with reporters to set up interviews, obtain information, write scripts, build graphics and deliver compelling live shots and packages. The Field Producer must be willing to ask the tough questions, get the latest elements into a story, and move content forward. Aggressively seeking out additional information and pitching stories is critical to success in this position. A natural curiosity of news is a must!
You will be offered the following shift:
6:00 AM ET-2:00 PM ET
**You must be flexible with your schedule and willing to work both weekdays and weekends.**
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
Find elements, log events, and identify news developments
Remain knowledgeable on daily developments in Washington based and political stories
Work with reporters to set up interviews, ask questions, and obtain information to craft and produce live shots and packages
Deploy in the field when needed to news gather and field produce live shots
Monitor wires, social media, and other broadcast networks for news developments
Build graphics, chyrons, and lower thirds for story delivery
Pitch story ideas
Work with editors to make sure we deliver visually compelling stories
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
3+ years of experience in a local or national newsroom
Bachelor’s degree in related field of study is preferred, or equivalent experience
Experience with producing news live shots and packages both in house and in the field
Strong logistical and editorial skills with knowledge of national and international politics
Keen understanding of how to set up interviews and gather news
A self-starter attitude with the ability to work independently
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multitask, and prioritize on a daily basis especially in breaking news situations
Familiarity with iNews, Outlook, and ScheduAll
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