Field Producer, Bureau

Job Description

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY
Fox News Media

JOB DESCRIPTION
Fox News is committed to delivering news as it happens. We love what we do and we're looking for passionate, talented people to help us lead, grow and achieve our goals. Joining the number one cable news network in America is a singular opportunity to be part of a highly successful, dynamic team that has transformed the way people get their information.
Fox News is looking for a Field Producer to work in the Chicago Bureau. As a Field Producer, you will cover major stories including breaking news, initiative stories, and special events.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
• Producing reporter liveshots and packages on location and in the Dallas Bureau
• Traveling domestically and internationally to cover breaking news, often at the last minute for extended periods of time
• Pitching and developing original story ideas
• Newsgathering logistics, booking travel, assigning field crews
• Responsible for coordinating all aspects of production, including booking, writing, ordering graphics, and producing both taped segments and live shots
• Candidate needs to demonstrate, through past experience, strong communication skills to work with correspondents and photographers in the field
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field of study is preferred, or equivalent experience
• 3 years' experience as a reporter, writer, producer, and/or editor at a news organization
• Extensive field production experience
• Strong writing skills
• Extensive experience in edit room
• Production experience in breaking news, and feature reporting
• Ability to shoot video and operate LiveU
• Willingness to travel and work long hours, including weekends with short notice

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 $83,000.00-110,000.00 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-9z69nm-216-73-216-183-42 in your application.