Line Producer, America's Newsroom

This is a Full Time Job

Fox News Channel is looking for an experienced, enthusiastic Line Producer with excellent communication skills 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. Responsibilities range from filling in for the line producer to writing & producing show leads and copyediting scripts. The Line Producer must be assertive, detail-oriented, and a natural leader. You're also an active consumer of news with impeccable judgment and good communication skills. You should be able 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

Participate in daily editorial meetings by pitching original guests and topic ideas

Produce & write key segments and teases

Check scripts, banners, and graphics for good grammar and appropriate style & tone

Handle all aspects of pre-production (call for elements, reporter scripts & elements, pre-taped segments)

Fill in as line producer: build and maintain rundown, time show, execute from the control room with calm, clear communication to cooperate with technical crew and anchors

Coordinate & anticipate breaking news coverage as needed

Monitor the aesthetics of the screen to make sure visuals support the conversation



WHAT YOU WILL NEED

2-4 years of prior television (or similar) experience

Experience working in a live control room

Exceptional editorial skills with the ability to recognize stories and elements with high potential for compelling television

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

Willingness to listen, learn and grow from constructive criticism

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