Writer, Fox News Headlines 24 / 7
Fox News Channel
New York, NYThis was removed by the employer on 5/7/2019 11:04:00 AM PST
Not to worry we have many other jobs on the site;
Browse all jobs
Browse the Broadcast News Category
Browse the Crew Category
Browse the Film and TV Production Category
Browse the TV Network Category
Browse the Writing Category
Search for Writer, Fox News Headlines 24 / 7 jobs in New York-NY
Search all Writer, Fox News Headlines 24 / 7 postings
Freelance Job
JOB DESCRIPTION
FOX News Headlines 24/7 is looking for a Freelance Writer to join the team. As a writer, you will be a crucial member of our broadcast team. You will write news for our national news network, conceptualizing, writing, compiling enterprise stories, fact checking, and building show content newscasts for FOX News Headlines 24/7. You may be the right candidate if you have the right attitude and understand the level of commitment required to be successful in this role. Your passion for national and international news is bar none!
Please note this is a shift-based role, weekend shifts. You will work some holidays and must be available off-hours in the event of major breaking news. You may be assigned the following shifts: Saturdays and Sundays 7AM to 3PM & 3PM to 11PM EST.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
• Write fast-paced newscasts within a 15 minute updated news wheel
• Generate creative and innovative ideas for segments and pieces
• Communicate daily story development with the fellow management team and hourly producers
• Communicate with fellow management team regarding on-air talent, reporters, and guests in the field, to ensure the newscast is properly written and accurate
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• At least 3 years proven experience in a daily breaking news environment, preferably for a news outlet covering and writing a wide range of local, national and international stories
• Proven ability to work under tight deadlines, without compromising editorial standards
• Familiarity with AP style, strong knowledge of current events
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to create an environment that fosters team work
• Detail oriented nature and able to work under pressure and meet multiple daily deadlines
• Knowledge and passion for current events and politics
• Exceptional editorial skills: Ability to recognize compelling stories to distributed on multiple audio platforms
• Degree in Journalism or related field preferred