Weekend Desk Assistant
Fox News Channel
Washington, DCThis was removed by the employer on 7/3/2018 11:04:00 AM PST
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Freelance Job
JOB DESCRIPTION
Fox News is looking for a freelance desk assistant to join our Assignment Desk team in the DC Bureau. As a weekend freelance desk assistant you will work with our production team and editors to find and match appropriate video to live television scripts. You are an organized individual that knows how to prioritize and adjust your workflow based on show needs. You are a curious individual that is hungry to learn, willing to ask questions and works daily to build your skills.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
• Work with editors, producers and reporters to produce news segments for live air.
• Search VIZ and Ardome to find file, day-of and event video
• Watch events and logs material with the goal of identifying news highlights and flagging news developments
• Assist assignment editors with answering phones, collecting information, directing crews and reaching out to confirm information
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• Bachelor's degree with a concentration in journalism, communications, political science or a related field
• 1 year of broadcast experience in a network or local newsroom
• Strong editorial judgment and logistical skills
• Willingness and availability to work weekends, nights and overnights as needed
• Familiarity with key lawmakers and political figures
• The ability to work well in a fast paced and intense atmosphere.
• Motivated, self-starter who is able to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize is a necessity
• Research skills of current events and ability to monitor social media for news
NICE TO HAVES
• Familiarity with VIZ, ARDOME and INEWS a plus
• Knowledge of national politics and the DC area a plus
Please attach a resume to be considered, applications without resumes will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed.
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.