Production Assistant, Media Desk
Fox
New York, NYThis was removed by the employer on 10/31/2022 8:04:00 AM PST
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Full Time Job
As a service desk to Fox News Channel, Fox Business Network, Fox Weather, and many other FOX entities, the Media Desk is looking to hire a Production Assistant to work at our New York headquarters. An ideal candidate for this position should have a solid understanding of the technical aspects in handling digital media. All candidates should have a general understanding and passion for national/international news. A constant sense of urgency is absolutely required in order to keep up in a fast-paced newsroom environment.
Good communication skills and a positive attitude are a must as this position requires working with various departments, show teams, and field teams.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
• Attaching editorial metadata (text information) to large volumes of incoming daily video
• Providing in-depth shot-logs and video descriptions of footage for air and archive
• Understanding news of the day to recommend the fresh video to field teams/reporters
• Using AI speech technology to provide transcripts of important events
• Monitoring quality control standards for video with correct video and levels
• Understanding of digital media, file formats, web/streaming video, social media, Skype, etc
• Basic desktop straight-cuts editing
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• Bachelor's degree in Broadcasting, Journalism, or Communications is preferred
• Knowledge of Avid iNews and Dalet Galaxy is a plus
• Strong knowledge of current events
• Experience with multi-tasking several projects
• Excellent editorial judgment
• Ability to work flexible shifts including weekends and holidays
#EntryLevel #EarlyCareer
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