Freelance Associate Producer - Breaking News & Storytelling

Bangalore Fox Technology Center Private Limited; New York (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Fox News Media is seeking a Freelance Associate Producer in New York to craft accurate scripts, write banners, and contribute to a collaborative team environment. You will cover politics, current events, and policy topics, adapting quickly as stories develop.

You will manage deadlines, research thoroughly, and pitch unique guests and segments while supporting the news team's efforts across multiple platforms.

Qualifications

• Experience in television news with ability to write concise scripts.
• Strong knowledge of news, politics, and current events.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and in teams.

Responsibilities

• Write stories, guest introductions, teases, and banners.
• Adapt and update stories as news breaks and new elements become available.
• Manage time effectively, meet strict deadlines, and hit ground running.
• Take on additional stories and contribute in the control room during breaking news.
• Pitch guests, stories, and segments; conduct in-depth research.
• Select sound, video, and graphics; collaborate with PAs.
• Take on additional responsibilities based on talents and abilities.

Skills

Television news

Politics knowledge

Deadline driven

Independent decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field

Job description

Fox News Media is seeking a Freelance Associate Producer in New York to craft accurate scripts, write banners, and contribute to a collaborative team environment. You will cover politics, current events, and policy topics, adapting quickly as stories develop.

You will manage deadlines, research thoroughly, and pitch unique guests and segments while supporting the news team's efforts across multiple platforms.