Writer, News Edge
Fox News Channel
New York, NYThis was removed by the employer on 9/13/2018 8:04:00 AM PST
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Freelance Job
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are looking for a talented writer to join our News Edge team . You will be responsible for producing news assets intended for distribution to 175 national and international Fox affiliates. You are a self-starter who thrives in a fast- paced environment. You will be an asset to the team in terms of pitching and completing story ideas for the affiliate stations. You are someone who has a solid understanding of news and shows fair judgement. You are someone with stellar communication skills and has the ability to work well on a team.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
• Writing original, broadcast-style scripts using information from various legitimate news sources
• Perform basic edits to raw video
• Field calls from Fox affiliate stations inquiring about all aspects of overall News Edge coverage
• Produce blocks of content for distribution
• Screen through video for potentially litigious elements
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• Bachelor's degree, preferably in journalism
• Experience with broadcast writing for a news organization or news producing affiliate
• Excellent knowledge of current events
• Experience with Search Engine Optimization, analytics tools and editing software is a plus
• Ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines
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.