Line Producer, FOX Weather

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox Weather

FOX Weather is a 24/7 ad-supported streaming service operated by FOX News Media. Launched in October 2021, the platform builds upon FOX News Channel’s expansive newsgathering units & FOX Television Stations’ added resources with a combined 120 meteorologists for a comprehensive suite of weather products featuring local, regional and national reporting, in addition to live programming. Utilizing multiple radar systems, including an immersive mobile 3D radar, and more than 100,000 HD cameras located around the country, the service offers users an innovative approach to forecasting, including coverage surrounding all weather patterns, from immediate to long-term. FOX Weather is available via foxweather.com, the FOX Weather app on IOS and Android devices, as well as Tubi, Apple TV, Amazon, and Roku, through FOX’s Connected TV Apps.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a Line Producer to join the FOX Weather team. FOX Weather provides engaging, enriched and unique weather content that's meant to feel like a conversation with the audience. The line producer is in charge of pitching unique story ideas, writing scripts, selecting/building elements and running the morning rundown meeting.  You must be a natural leader, a proven go-getter, and someone who can rise to the occasion under the stressful demands of covering critical weather news. You have excellent judgment and make smart decisions in real time.  

This position reports to the Executive Producer.  

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Pitch stories daily, with topics ranging from the most important breaking weather news to features on weather-related stories of interest 

• Time the show in the control room and communicate effectively with on-air meteorologists, reporters and guests in the field, other team members, and the director to ensure the newscast runs as smoothly as possible 

• Flawlessly pivot during breaking weather news to work in real-time with other show team members and newsgathering resources to provide critical coverage for the audience 

• Manage story placement, teases, graphics, writing, and all other production elements 

• Play a key part in short and long-term content planning 

• Help mentor and train new staff members 

• Select live segments and previously produced content for placement in programming that supplements the live Fox Weather stream, and manage rundown of supplemental blocks 

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Must have a passion for weather  

• At least 5 years of production experience, including 2-3 years of line producing and relevant control room experience 

• Ability to work under pressure, be decisive, detail-oriented , and meet deadlines 

• Strong communication skills to work collaboratively with team members 

• Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field of study preferred, or equivalent experience 

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We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

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 $84,500.00-110,000.00 annually for high cost labour markets such as but not limited to New York City and Los Angeles, $70,400.00-91,600.00 annually for all other US locations. 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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