Field Producer

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Fox News is looking for a creative, organized, motivated, curious individual with strong editorial and logistical skills to fill a Field Producer position in our Washington D.C Bureau. The Field Producer will be responsible for working with reporters to set up interviews, obtain information, write scripts, build graphics and deliver compelling live shots and packages. The Field Producer must be willing to ask the tough questions, get the latest elements into a story and move content forward. Aggressively seeking out additional information and pitching stories is critical to success in this position. The natural curiosity of news is a must. Additionally, the Field Producer must be flexible with their schedule and willing to travel and work both weekdays and weekends.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
• Find elements, log events, and identify news developments
• Stay read-in and familiar with daily developments on Washington-based and political stories
• Work with reporters to set up interviews, ask questions, and obtain information to craft and produce live shots and packages
• Deploy in the field when needed for newsgathering and field producing live shots
• Monitor wires, social media, and other broadcast networks for news developments
• Build graphics, chyrons, and lower thirds for story delivery
• Pitch story ideas
• Work with editors to make sure we deliver visually compelling stories

WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• 5 years of experience in a local or national newsroom
• Experience with producing news live shots and packages both in-house and in the field
• Strong logistical and editorial skills with knowledge of national and international politics
• Familiarity with various DC government agencies
• Keen understanding of how to set up interviews and gather news
• A self-starter who can work independently, as well as a team player
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multitask, and prioritize on a daily basis, especially in breaking news situations

NICE TO HAVE, BUT NOT A DEAL BREAKER
• Bachelor's degree
• Familiarity with iNews, Outlook, Dalet

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