Foreign Desk Editor

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Fox News is looking for a highly motivated, pro-active, and thorough Editor to join our Foreign Desk. As the Foreign Desk Editor, you work with overseas staff, set up transmissions, and remain pro-active especially during breaking news. The Foreign Desk Editor will deliver a quality product in a fast-paced 24-hour news environment.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
• Arrange live video and correspondent live shots/phoners
• Book live shots and support field crews covering international stories
• Work with overseas staff to coordinate major breaking news events
• Prepare the daily Foreign Rundown Editorial Meeting
• Oversee the editing of news packages
• Find, research, and pitch breaking news and sidebar stories

WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• Flexibility and availability to work any shift, including weekends and overnights
• 2+ years experience working on a network or major market Assignment Desk
• Strong interest in Foreign News
• Solid news judgment
• Ability to multitask and pay attention to detail
• Ability to react quickly to breaking news on an international scale

NICE TO HAVE, BUT NOT A DEAL BREAKER
• Foreign language skills are a plus
• Working knowledge of satellite and online transmission is a plus

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d5zyp1-18-119-111-9-42 in your application.