OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANYFox News Media
FOX News Media operates the FOX News Channel (FNC), FOX Business Network (FBN), FOX News Digital, FOX News Audio, FOX News Books, the direct-to-consumer digital streaming services FOX Nation and FOX News International and the newly announced platform FOX Weather. Currently the number one network in all of cable, FNC has also been the most watched television news channel for 20 consecutive years, while FBN currently ranks among the top business channels on cable. Owned by FOX Corporation, FOX News Media reaches 200 million people each month.
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are looking for a dynamic, hardworking, and creative Editorial Producer to join newly announced The Will Cain Show on FOX News Channel! We are seeking a natural leader, a proven go-getter, and someone who can rise to the occasion under the stressful demands of cable news. This Editorial Producer has excellent editorial judgment and breaking news experience and can put together a compelling and unique rundown.
You will be offered the following shift:
6:00 AM ET - 3:00 PM ET, Monday-Friday
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
Participate in editorial decisions for both day of and future programs
Play a key role in building the show's rundown with original content and best elements while maintaining impeccable editorial standards
Help oversee the execution and production of the show
Facilitate effective communication with the show host as needed
Manage and communicate with talent, producers, bookers, and the control room during breaking news
Ability to step in and line produce if needed plus be the catalyst behind the creativity that goes into any monologues and intros
Identify and recognize stories with high potential for compelling television
Participate in daily team meetings to develop show content
Mentor and develop show staff including Line Producers, Writers, Bookers, APs, and PAs
Approve and edit scripts, banners, and full screens as needed
React to breaking news, ensuring that the right content is getting on the air in the right order
Oversee research packets and facts for day of air
Work hands-on with the talent making sure they are receiving the necessary research and elements needed to ensure the best show daily
Participate in weekly ratings analysis - keeping track of guests/timing structures that maximize ratings output
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field of study preferred, or equivalent experience
5+ years of newsroom experience and producing/ line producing a television newscast
Excellent organizational and managerial skills as well as the ability to create an environment that fosters teamwork
Demonstrated experience working with on-air talent
Ability to exhibit decisive and skilled management of a control room
Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure and meet multiple daily deadlines
Exceptional editorial and writing skills
Ability to recognize stories with high potential for compelling television
Proven track record of leadership and newscast ratings growth
Strong passion for and knowledge of current events, news, and politics
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We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.
At FOX, we foster a culture and environment where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. We are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent across our company. We live in a diverse world, with different ideas and different perspectives that come together to spark new ideas and make great things happen. That means reflecting the diversity of the world around us is critical to our company's success. We ensure that our viewers, communities and employees feel heard, represented, and celebrated both on screen and off.
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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 $106,000.00-120,000.00 annually for high cost labour markets such as but not limited to New York City and Los Angeles, $88,300.00-100,000.00 annually for all other US locations. 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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