Associate Producer, America's Newsroom

Fox Corporation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

FOX News Channel in New York seeks an Associate Producer to join America's Newsroom. You will write scripts, manage live shots, and coordinate production elements for live broadcasts while researching stories and assisting with editorial planning.

The role offers growth across multiple areas of television production, working with experienced producers, writers, bookers, and newsroom leaders under deadline pressure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• Experience in a television newsroom or live news environment.
• Strong writing and editorial judgment.
• Solid knowledge of politics and national news.
• Ability to work under pressure in breaking news.
• Collaborative with excellent communication and organization.
• Interest in AI tools and newsroom workflows.
• Familiarity with newsroom tools like iNews, Dalet, VIZ.

Responsibilities

• Write conversational scripts, teases, guest tosses, and banners.
• Manage reporter live shots and guest segments.
• Coordinate video, graphics, and production elements for live broadcasts.
• Research developing stories and assist with editorial planning.
• Monitor breaking news and updates during live events.
• Support social media presence with posts and video clips.
• Expand knowledge of production and newsroom workflows while taking on more tasks.

Skills

Writing skills

Editorial judgment

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Social media savvy

Editorial planning

AI tools interest

Newsroom tech knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

iNews

Dalet

VIZ

Desktop editing systems

Job description

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox 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

America's Newsroom is looking for a sharp, motivated, and versatile Associate Producer to join our fast-paced morning news team. The ideal candidate is a strong writer with solid editorial judgment, a passion for breaking news, and a desire to grow into a well-rounded television producer. You thrive under deadline pressure, think beyond your assigned tasks, and are eager to contribute ideas that elevate both our broadcasts and our digital presence. This role offers the opportunity to develop skills across multiple areas of live television production while working alongside experienced producers, writers, bookers, and newsroom leaders.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Write conversational scripts, teases, guest tosses, and banners under tight deadlines
• Manage reporter live shots and guest segments
• Coordinate video, graphics, and other production elements to support live broadcasts
• Research developing stories and assist producers with editorial planning and segment development
• Monitor breaking news, live events, and press conferences while communicating important updates
• Help manage the show's social media presence by creating posts, clipping video, writing copy, and identifying opportunities to engage audiences beyond the live broadcast.
• Continuously build knowledge of television production, newsroom technology, and editorial decision-making while taking on additional responsibilities.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent experience
• Experience in a television newsroom, digital newsroom, or comparable live news environment
• Exceptional writing skills, impeccable grammar, and strong editorial judgment
• Strong knowledge of politics, current events, and the national news landscape
• Ability to thrive under pressure and adapt quickly in a fast-paced breaking news environment
• Collaborative mindset with outstanding communication and organizational skills
• Demonstrated initiative, curiosity, and a desire to develop new editorial and production skills
• Strong understanding of social media platforms and the ability to recognize content with digital and cross-platform potential
• Interest in emerging technologies, AI tools, and innovative newsroom workflows
• Working knowledge of iNews, Dalet, VIZ, desktop editing systems, or similar newsroom tools preferred #LI-KC1

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 $60,000.00-75,000.00 annually.

BENEFITS

• medical/dental/vision
• insurance
• a 401(k) plan
• paid time off
• other benefits
• Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

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