OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANYFox 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 DESCRIPTIONThe Story with Martha MacCallum is looking for a proactive Production Assistant with a passion for politics, current events, and breaking news. As a Production Assistant, you will identify and edit the most compelling videos for air while creating informative, catchy graphics that tell stories visually. Your ability to accomplish tasks on a tight deadline will allow you to succeed in this role. If you are ready to kick-start your career in the news industry and work alongside a great team of professionals on the number-one news channel in America, we can’t wait to meet you!
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
Create and edit compelling videos and graphics
Produce guest segments and reporter hits while coordinating with studio and field crews
Interact with high-profile talent and all-level guests
Pitch story ideas and produce segments
Conduct independent research, analyze, and interpret domestic, international, and political affairs to develop and pitch story ideas to anchor and senior show staff
Research, identify, and help book potential guests for stories
Work alongside team members to produce content for social media
Edit packages
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
A Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field of study is preferred, or equivalent experience
Strong digital and social media skills
Experience using Dalet
Strong knowledge of news, politics, and current events
Broadcast news experience
Familiarity with popular influencers, commentators, and opinion-makers
Familiarity with iNews, VIZ, and an understanding of building program rundowns
Ability to work well in a fast-paced atmosphere
Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments
Flexibility to work various shifts when needed
A motivated, self-starter attitude with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
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