Capitol Hill Producer

Full Time Job
Fox News is hiring a Capitol Hill Producer. We are looking for a tenacious newsgatherer to join our Capitol Hill team in the Washington D. C. Bureau. This proactive, passionate, and self-motivated individual will work with our reporters and producers to break news and advance the networks' Congressional coverage.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
• Develop unique sources that allow you the opportunity to break news and stay ahead of the competition
• Provide editorial and logistical guidance to drive our Capitol Hill coverage
• Work closely with Fox News correspondents and producers across all platforms, helping to move stories forward by getting story scoops from lawmakers and having them react to news developments
• Pitch compelling, enterprise stories for television and digital platforms
• Track the latest developments in the various Congressional stories, aggressively reaching out to contacts and attending press conferences and events
• Prioritize the events that warrant coverage, taking into consideration available resources and the level of interest in the story

WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field of study is preferred, or equivalent experience
• 5 years of political reporting in a broadcast, print or digital work environment
• Strong contacts on Capitol Hill, the White House and federal agencies
• Exceptional editorial judgment and intricate knowledge of Capitol Hill, national and international politics
• Strong communication and writing skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multitask, and prioritize on a daily basis, especially in breaking news situations
• Proficiency in shooting and digitally transmitting video
• Knowledge of the DC area
• Familiarity with the various D.C. government agencies
• Being a self-starter who can work independently, as well as a team player
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multitask, and prioritize on a daily basis, and especially in breaking news situations
• Familiarity with iNews and Outlook a plus
• Must be willing to work weekends, overnights, early mornings and late shift
• Must be flexible with last minute schedule changes



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