Production Assistant, Bulls & Bears

Job Description

FOX Business Network (FBN) is a financial news channel delivering real-time information across all platforms that impact both Main Street and Wall Street. Headquartered in New York-the business capital of the world-FBN launched in October 2007 and is the leading business network on television, topping CNBC in Business Day viewers for the second consecutive year. The network is available in more than 80 million homes in all markets across the United States. Owned by FOX, FBN has bureaus in Chicago, Los Angeles, Washington, D.C. and London.

JOB DESCRIPTION
We are looking for a talented Freelance Production Assistant to join our Bulls & Bears Team. We will rely on you to be a team player that can work independently, exercise sound judgment and take initiative under tight deadlines. You are familiar working in a fast-paced environment that is constantly changing. You are someone who is highly organized and has great time-management skills. You are someone who is proficient in social media and digitally savvy. You are looking for the next step in your career. You are someone who has a ''can-do'' attitude and enjoys working and collaborating with a team. If you are passionate about cutting videos and practicing sound editorial judgment this role is for you!

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
• Assist in producing segments
• Pitch story ideas and write scripts
• Cut and edit video for segments
• Post content from the show to social media

WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• A bachelor's degree and/or relevant work experience is preferred
• Familiarity using non-linear editing software systems (Final Cut Pro or Adobe Premiere)
• Solid production and post-production skills
• Strong social media and digital skills
• An up-to-date knowledge of news & current events
• Experience in a control room is a plus
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload in a 24/7 breaking news environment

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-r0y6mg-216-73-217-10-42 in your application.