Associate Producer, Varney & Co

Job Description

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY
Fox Business Network
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 currently ranks among the top business channels on television. The network is available in nearly 60 million homes in all markets across the United States. Owned by FOX Corporation, FBN is a unit of FOX News Media and has bureaus in Chicago, Los Angeles, and Washington, DC
JOB DESCRIPTION
Varney & Company is looking for a talented, organized, and motivated Associate Producer with a strong control room presence and editorial judgment. As an Associate Producer, you will write scripts, produce segments, make graphics, and write banners under intense deadline pressure for a live, breaking 3-hour markets show. You must be quick to respond to breaking news and know when to throw out the rundown. You also need stellar communication skills and are looking to grow within the company and take on more responsibilities.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
• Write dynamic scripts
• Produce multiple segments that are element and banner-intensive
• Pitch and execute creative and innovative ideas for segments and guests
• Work closely with Line Producers, Bookers, and Production Assistants
• Participate in editorial planning and direction of the show
• Assist with Social Media
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• 5+ years of professional experience in a live television control room
• 1 year of experience producing in a control room
• Thorough knowledge of US business news and politics
• Strong editorial judgment
• Fast and accurate writing
• Ability to make compelling graphics for air
• Ability to work under intense deadline pressure
• Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field of study preferred, or equivalent experience

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 $67,000.00-75,000.00 annually. 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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Jobcode: Reference SBJ-866686-216-73-216-84-42 in your application.