Digital Journalist, LiveNow from FOX
Fox Television Stations
Orlando, FLThis is a Full Time Job
Digital Journalist, LiveNow from FOX (Overnights)
As a Digital Journalist you will join the team behind LiveNOW from FOX. Reporting to the Executive Producer you will curate, produce, and host live coverage of breaking news and important events as they happen. You will be responsible for giving our audience an in-the-moment view of what's going on right now. If you are a self-professed news junkie who always knows what's going on around the world looking for an opportunity that blends being a host, reporter, and producer, look no further than LiveNOW!
This position is based in LiveNOW's east coast newsroom at FOX 35 Orlando and will be an overnight shift.
**Only applications with a reel will be considered for this position. Reels may be submitted in your application as a link or attachment.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
• Gather, produce, and present original content live for breaking news and major news events, on digital, social, streaming and broadcast platforms nationwide.
• Simultaneously manage content and live video production, including video switching and graphics.
• Monitor live video feeds, newsgathering tools and social media for the latest information and content.
• Maintain constant communication with FOX O&O stations as well as other internal and external partners to coordinate receiving video and new information.
• Stay up-to-date on news and current events.
• Pitch story ideas and contribute to the editorial process while adhering to journalistic standards
• Assist in editorial planning and monitor real-time analytics.
• Support other Digital Journalists in producing content.
• Other duties assigned as deemed appropriate and necessary.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• At least 3 years of experience reporting and hosting live news coverage.
• BA/BS degree preferably in Journalism, Communications or related field.
• Strong knowledge of current events with a deep understanding of how viewers are consuming news in this media landscape.
• Excellent live communicator with the ability to host continuous coverage over extended periods of time.
• Proven ability to guide viewers through live breaking news and major events happening around the world in an easy-to-follow manner.
• Great research skills and editorial judgment with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced breaking news environment.
• Familiarity and curiosity for newsroom technologies (TriCaster).
• Understanding of digital production and live video workflows.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Flexibility to work early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays
Salary/Benefits
$76,500.00
- 86,500.00
per year
$76,500 - $86,500 /year USD
Final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location
Benefits
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
Additional Information
FOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S., including 18 affiliated with the FOX Network, and serves 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas. The stations collectively produce approximately 1,200 hours of local news weekly and distribute sports, entertainment, and syndicated content. LiveNOW from FOX is the national live streaming news channel that provides viewers with relevant and engaging live news coverage, offering raw, unfiltered reporting with limited commentary. With millions of viewers across multiple platforms, LiveNOW is redefining how news is delivered in the digital era, focusing on real-time events without scripts or anchors.
