Associate Producer/Booker, Fox News @ Night

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox News Media

FOX News Media operates the FOX News Channel (FNC), FOX Business Network (FBN), FOX News Digital, FOX News Audio, FOX News Books, the direct-to-consumer digital streaming services FOX Nation and FOX News International and the newly announced platform FOX Weather. Currently the number one network in all of cable, FNC has also been the most watched television news channel for 20 consecutive years, while FBN currently ranks among the top business channels on cable. Owned by FOX Corporation, FOX News Media reaches 200 million people each month.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Fox News @ Night is looking for a standout Associate Producer/Booker to join the team. As an Associate Producer/Booker, you will secure interviews with newsmakers and pitch original story ideas. You know how to build contacts and develop unique sources.  You are a proactive, passionate, and self-motivated individual who can handle breaking news well and effectively implement last-minute changes. You are a team player who works well with various editorial staff, guests, and technical teams.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Book guests under the deadline pressure of a daily live show

• Work collaboratively with co-workers to determine the best approach to securing high-profile interviews

• Conduct in-depth research and pre-interviews

• Pitch unique stories and guests of interest to our audience

• Coordinate and produce segments

• Research a wide range of electoral, political, and international topics

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field of study preferred, or relevant experience 

• 3+ years of prior television (or similar) experience

• Ability to work independently or with a larger group as needs dictate

• Experience in a live control room

• Strong writing skills and editorial judgment

• A passion for current events

• Social media savviness  

• Knowledge of I-News, Viz, and Dalet a plus

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 $60,000.00-70,000.00 annually. 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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