Job Description
OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY
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 motivated Digital Production Assistant, Politics to be a part of a groundbreaking online news team for FoxNews.com & FoxBusiness.com. As a Digital Production Assistant, Politics, you can handle a fast‑paced environment and are creative, flexible and have a “can‑do” attitude. You are willing to learn, enjoy collaborating with a team and are eager to advance within the company.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
Story research
Assist editors by pitching stories
Maintain database of contacts and story ideas
Assist reporters, writers, and editors with video editing and blog posts
Coordinate the presentation of still photos as well as montages/collages/photo illustrations and slideshows
Have a creative and sharp eye for producing compelling photo montages and videos that can be used on dotcom and social media platforms
Seek out and identify compelling images from a large selection of wire services, news networks, and content partner content
Create slideshows and videos that capture important and compelling events
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field of study preferred, or equivalent experience
High level of interest in politics, campaigns, and elections
One year working in a daily breaking news environment
Ability to work under deadline pressures with editors and reporters
Willingness and ability to work nights, weekends, and some holidays
Proven creative mind with a great eye for detail
Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Premiere and After Effects
Prior experience working in a CMS preferred
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.
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 $21.00-25.00 per hour. 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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Job Tags
Hourly pay, Local area, Flexible hours, Night shift, Weekend work,