Comedy Writer - Producer
Fox
Los Angeles, CAThis was removed by the employer on 8/29/2016 3:05:00 PM PST
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Full Time Job
FOX Sports Productions is seeking a skilled comedy writer with production experience and strong knowledge of sports to provide creative ideas and pitches for teases, essays, show segments and various other copy. This role will work closely with producers and talent to provided engaging scripts and content in a quick turnaround, fast paced TV environment. This role will be based in Los Angeles, CA.
Responsibilities
• Works with talent and producers to write teases, scripts, essays and other copy for show production;
• Special emphasis on comedy writing; generating ideas and pitches for sales integration, and quickly creating copy designed to be highly engaging and build audience;
• Research and fact-check stories and information, ensuring high quality and accuracy of content;
• Work tight deadlines to complete assignments while still ensuring creative presentation of story.
Qualifications:
• Professional comedy writing experience, preferably in sports and commercial environment;
• Production experience is desired; heavy emphasis on copy writing and generating ideas;
• Strong sports knowledge required, specifically NFL;
• Knowledge of Final Draft and INews preferred;
• Bachelor's degree.
Writing Sample
In order to be considered, candidates must provide samples of their comedy writing (copy writing, teases, essays, etc.). Physical written documents or digital links of final product will be accepted.
Division Description
FOX Sports is the umbrella entity representing 21st Century FOX's wide array of multi-platform US-based sports assets. Built with brands capable of reaching more than 100 million viewers in a single weekend, FOX Sports includes ownership and interests in linear television networks, digital and mobile programming, broadband platforms, multiple web sites, joint-venture businesses and several licensing partnerships. FOX Sports includes the sports television arm of the FOX Broadcasting Company; FOX Sports 1, FOX Sports 2; FOX Sports Regional Networks, their affiliated regional web sites and national programming; FOX Soccer Plus; FOX Deportes and FOX College Sports. In addition, FOX Sports also encompasses FOX Sports Digital, which includes FOXSports.com, FOX Sports GO, Whatifsports.com and Yardbarker.com. Also included in the Group are FOX's interests in joint-venture businesses Big Ten Network and BTN 2Go, as well as a licensing agreement that establish the FOX Sports Radio Network.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.