Assignment Editor, DC Bureau

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 is looking for an organized, motivated, curious Assignment Editor with strong logistical and editorial skills to join our assignment desk team in the Washington D.C Bureau.   The Assignment Editor works with a team of people to coordinate daily news coverage, which includes moving crews, adjusting to cover breaking news and responding to cover a consistent flow of events at the Capitol, White House, Pentagon, State Department and other venues in DC.  The Assignment Editor also prioritizes incoming editorial & logistical information and ensures it is clearly communicated to those who need it.  Proactively seeking out additional information and pitching stories is critical to success in this position. A natural curiosity of news is a must.   

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assign, move, and adjust crew coverage to keep the network competitive at all times

• Work with beat producers in planning and adjusting coverage as news breaks

• Monitor wires, social media and other broadcast networks for news developments

• Reach out to agencies, government departments, and FOX personnel to gather and confirm information

• Draft and distribute information to field, show and network personnel

• Organize and develop creative plans to maximize limited resources

• Coordinate with field, technical and satellite desk personnel to make sure incoming feeds between DC and NY are prioritized to provide the most competitive coverage

• Train and work on satellite desk

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WHAT YOU WILL NEED

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

• 3 years of experience in a local or national newsroom

• Strong logistical and editorial skills with knowledge of national and international politics

• Familiarity with the various D.C. government agencies

• Keen understanding of how to gather news LIVE in the Washington, D.C. area and familiarity with satellite trucks, Live U technology, AVOC and various fiber drops

• Knowledge of network pool operations at the desk level with an emphasis on understanding the unilateral benefit

• Being a self-starter who can work autonomously, as well as a team player

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multitask, and prioritize on a daily

• Familiarity with iNews, Outlook and ScheduAll a plus basis, and especially in breaking news situations

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 $67,000.00-75,000.00 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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