Job Number: R50028946
Brand: Fox News Media
Job Type: Administrative
Location Type: Onsite
Experience Level: Entry Level
Location: Washington, District of Columbia
Job Posting Date: May 30, 2025
FOX News Channel is looking for a proactive and organized individual to provide administrative support to a TV Anchor. The Administrative Assistant is a team player who can work independently, exercise sound judgment, and take initiative. Sensitivity to confidential matters is critical to this role. In addition to managing all administrative tasks, you will interact with a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders at all levels within and outside of the organization. This is a great role for someone who has the desire to work and learn about the news business.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage an extremely active calendar of appointments, compose and prepare confidential correspondence, and handle financial information with utmost discretion
Research, prioritize, and follow up on incoming issues and concerns
Prioritize conflicting needs, handle matters expeditiously and proactively, and follow through on projects to successful completion
Screen incoming calls, sort and distribute incoming mail; prepare and/or review confidential communications, correspondence, business updates, meeting notes and PowerPoint presentations
Build/maintain electronic filing systems and organize large amounts of data
Manage all aspects of business travel, travel agendas, and process expense reports
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field of study is preferred, or equivalent experience
1+ years of administrative and/or executive assistant experience
Highly organized and detail-oriented
Superior time management and ability to prioritize large workloads
Flexible and able to take direction with ease
Critical thinking, initiative and self-motivation
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Intermediate to advanced skills in MS Office
Positive “Can Do” attitude
Flexibility to adjust workdays to accommodate special events and other business functions
Willingness to travel on short notice
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 $21.00-25.00 per hour. 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.