
Associate Research Producer
TMZ
Los Angeles, CAThis is a Full Time Job
TMZ is looking for a Research Associate Producer with strong research skills, and the ability provide input for story development for various TV productions. The role requires someone who can handle a significant amount of reading, assist with deep research, and work with Producers / talent during the pre-production stages of each episode. Applicants must also possess an eye for detail and an ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
• Significant reading/research on subjects of each episode
• Summarizing massive amounts of information into smaller, more-digestible info packets for Producers
• Searching through archives and curating photos/videos
• Research and book various guests
• Proficiency with internet and database research
• Other duties, as assigned
Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, English, or related field
• 1-2+ years' experience working on an entertainment show or website
• Ability to work well under pressure and multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge regarding entertainment news events and topics
• Knowledge of social media, and the ability to effectively use and monitor various platforms
TMZ is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $20.00-22.00 per hour. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
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Salary/Benefits
$20.00
- 22.00
per hour
Additional Information
OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANYFOX Entertainment
With a legacy spanning more than 35 years, FOX Entertainment is one of the world's most recognizable media brands and a prolific content producer across its iconic broadcast network and both owned and third-party streaming platforms. Known for its independent, innovative spirit and provocative, groundbreaking storytelling, the company was reinvented in 2019 with the formation of FOX Entertainment. While maintaining its leadership in broadcast television (9-1-1: Lone Star, The Simpsons, The Cleaning Lady, Hell's Kitchen, LEGO Masters), the company is actively building a portfolio of businesses and library of owned original content. To date, FOX Entertainment's long-term growth strategy has included the acquisitions of award-winning animation studio Bento Box Entertainment (Bob's Burgers, The Great North, Krapopolis, Grimsburg), entertainment platform TMZ, and global production studio MarVista Entertainment (The Way Home, Rescuing Christmas), as well as the formation of the culinary and lifestyle content venture Studio Ramsay Global (Next Level Chef, Gordon Ramsay's Food Stars) in partnership with Gordon Ramsay. The company also established its in-house unscripted studio FOX Alternative Entertainment (The Masked Singer, Snake Oil, I Can See Your Voice, Name That Tune), FOX Entertainment Studios (Animal Control) to develop scripted content, and worldwide content sales unit FOX Entertainment Global.