Senior Producer, Kudlow

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, DC and London.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Fox Business Network is looking for a sharp, strong, hardworking, creative and confident Senior Producer to join Kudlow. As the Senior Producer you will be responsible for crafting the show from inception to execution. You must have impeccable editorial skills and a vision for the show before you walk in to work. You're someone who is full of original ideas, and thrives on the respectful exchange of those ideas in a collaborative editorial environment. You must be a strong, natural leader who can rally a team behind you in high pressure situations. You are someone who loves making great television and willing to work harder than anyone else to make it happen - and never settle for less.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
• Set the editorial standard at the beginning of each day by building a show with original guests/topics/ideas
• Oversee bookers by offering suggestions and ensuring the right guests are secured
• Participate in daily team meetings to develop strategies for each segment
• Guide the production of segments throughout the day
• Take lead in the control room while monitoring/reacting to breaking news
• Plan future shows/segments in anticipation of high-profile events
• Manage and develop Line Producers, Segment Producers, Writers and Production Assistants
• Coordinate staffing, schedules and time cards

WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• At least 4 years of Line Producing (or similar) experience and degree in Journalism (or related field)
• Understanding of audience analytics and strategies for ratings growth
• Proven track record of leadership and the ability to create an environment that fosters teamwork
• Exceptional editorial skills; ability to recognize stories with high potential for compelling television
• Strong interest/knowledge of current events and politics
• Passion for storytelling with a strong creative drive; willingness to take risks
• Willingness to listen, learn and grow from constructive criticism
• Ability to manage strong personalities, including talent

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gw8x3p-18-119-123-76-42 in your application.