Line Producer

This is a Full Time Job

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Fox News is seeking a Line Producer for Fox & Friends to manage live production, build rundowns, and communicate with talent and technical crews during the show. The role involves making editorial decisions, organizing show elements, and adapting to breaking news situations.

• Years of Experience Required: 5 years (60 months)
• Experience Required: Television or similar live production, experience in a live control room
• Salary: $84,500.00 - $113,000.00 annually
• Workplace Requirements: In-person role, ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• Education Requirements: Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field preferred
• Hard Skills Required: Rundown management, editorial decision-making, scriptwriting, copy-editing, newsroom and video editing software knowledge
• Soft Skills Required: Leadership, communication, organization, time management, adaptability
• Preferred Skills/Experience: Interaction with talent, knowledge of news, politics, and current events

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Fox & Friends - Line Producer
Location: New York, NY

Fox News is looking for a Line Producer to join the Fox & Friends team. This role involves managing the live production of the show, building rundowns, making editorial decisions, and overseeing communication between producers, anchors, and technical crews. The Line Producer will be responsible for ensuring the show runs smoothly and on time, adapting to any last-minute changes or breaking news.

Responsibilities:
• Participate in editorial meetings, pitch story ideas, and build/maintain the rundown throughout the week
• Manage team assignments and provide editorial guidance
• Oversee all pre-production elements, including segment approval and reporter scripts
• Write and copy-edit scripts and banners as needed
• Fact-check research packets for anchors
• Guide the technical crew through show elements during live broadcasts
• Keep anchors on time using effective cues and time management
• Ensure the aesthetics of the screen support the conversation
• Adapt to breaking news situations and adjust the rundown as necessary

Requirements:
• Minimum 5 years of experience in television or live production
• Experience in a live control room environment
• Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field preferred
• Strong editorial judgment and the ability to recognize compelling television elements
• Effective communication and leadership skills in high-pressure environments
• Solid organizational skills and attention to detail
• Familiarity with newsroom and video editing software
• Strong interest in news, politics, current events, and pop culture

Salary Range:
$84,500.00 - $113,000.00 annually

This role is ideal for a proactive, detail-oriented individual with a passion for live television production, capable of managing a team and making quick decisions in a fast-paced news environment.