Director, D.C. Bureau
Fox News Channel
Washington, DCThis was removed by the employer on 2/15/2019 9:05:00 AM PST
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Freelance Job
JOB DESCRIPTION
Fox News is looking for a Freelance Director to join the D.C. Bureau. As the Director, you will plan and direct live and live-to-tape news programs and be an integral part of the number one News Network in America. Your leadership skills and ability to stay calm under intense and constant pressure will allow you to excel in this role.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
• Plan and direct live and live-to-tape news programs
• Consult the producing team to improve the overall quality of the show
• Work with the control room team to execute a high quality show
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• 5 years' experience directing live television news
• Ability to thrive is a fast paced, breaking news control room environment and can anticipate the needs of the editorial team in order to execute effectively
• Ability to work seamlessly with producers, talent, and technical staff
• Good instincts, creative ideas, strong visual ability and understand when to take risks
• Strong analytical and technical skills
• Flexibility and availability to work all shifts in a 24/7/365 breaking news environment
• Ability to thrive in a highly competitive environment and want to always win
• A solid knowledge of current events and news of the day
• Technical director skills a plus but not required
• Automation skills a plus but not required
• Demo reel and director track should be available upon request
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.