Foreign Desk Editor

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Fox News is looking for a highly motivated, proactive, and thorough Editor to join our Foreign Desk. As the Foreign Desk Editor, you work with overseas staff, set up transmissions, and remain proactive, 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
• Working knowledge of satellite and online transmission

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