News Line Producer
America's Newsroom
New York, NYThis is a Full Time Job
Fox News is looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Line Producer to join America's Newsroom with Bill Hemmer and Dana Perino. The Line Producer will collaborate with senior producers to execute the vision for the show each day. We're looking for an assertive, detail-oriented self-starter to quarterback our rundown. You're an active news consumer who has impeccable judgment and good communication skills. You have the ability to improvise and make smart decisions on the fly in a way that inspires the people around you to follow your lead.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Execute the vision of the executive and senior producers by building a fast-paced, visually compelling rundown against a very tight deadline
• Manage writer assignments and collaborate with elements APs to ensure the best video and graphics make air
• Maintain the rundown in the control room, keeping the show on time and communicating clearly and calmly with technical crew and anchors
• Monitor the aesthetics of the screen to make sure visuals support the conversation
• Coordinate and anticipate breaking news coverage
• Check scripts, banners, and graphics for good grammar and appropriate style & tone
• Participate in next-day prep & pitch original content
• Contribute to the show's social media and digital footprint
WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
• Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field of study is preferred, or equivalent experience
• Prior television and live control room experience
• Exceptional editorial skills with the ability to recognize stories and elements with high potential for compelling storytelling
• Effective communication skills; ability to provide clarity and reassurance in high-pressure situations
• Passion for organization; ability to simplify complicated tasks under pressure
• A solid base of technical skills (specifically newsroom and video editing software)
• Strong interest/knowledge of current events and politics
• Familiarity with social media platforms & curiosity in emerging tech trends
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new tools and platforms to enhance production and workflows
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Salary/Benefits
$83,000 - $110,000 /year USD
Final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location
Benefits
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
Additional Information
Fox News Media, a leading news organization and part of FOX Corporation, operates the FOX News Channel (FNC), FOX Business Network (FBN), FOX News Digital, FOX News Audio, FOX News Books, and the direct-to-consumer digital streaming services FOX Nation and FOX News International, along with the newly announced platform FOX Weather. FNC is currently the number one network in all of cable and has been the most watched television news channel for 20 consecutive years, while FBN ranks among the top business channels on cable. Reaching 200 million people each month, Fox News is committed to delivering breaking news, analysis, and opinion on current events with a focus on integrity and accuracy.
