Freelance News Producer — Live Shots & Breaking Coverage

Fox Corporation; Washington (District of Columbia); Presencial; USD 55.000 - 66.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

FOX News Media in Washington, DC seeks a freelance Producer to work closely with reporters and editors to develop compelling live shots and packages. You’ll pitch story ideas, gather information, arrange interviews, write scripts, and coordinate logistics under tight deadlines.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in a local or national newsroom, strong editorial judgment, and the ability to work independently while contributing as part of a team, especially during breaking news.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in a local or national newsroom.
• Experience producing live shots, breaking news coverage, and news packages.
• Strong editorial judgment and logistical skills with knowledge of politics.
• Familiarity with Washington, D.C. government agencies and the federal political landscape.

Responsabilidades

• Work closely with reporters to produce compelling, visually engaging live shots and packages.
• Collaborate with editors to shape footage, sound, and visuals into a cohesive story that reflects the reporter’s editorial vision.
• Recommend interview subjects and coordinate, schedule, and conduct interviews on behalf of reporters.
• Gather the latest sound and video, log events, and identify and flag important news developments.
• Monitor news wires, social media, and other broadcast networks for breaking news and emerging stories.
• Build graphics, banners, and lower-thirds/CGs to support live coverage and packages.
• Pitch timely, creative story ideas that resonate with the Fox News audience.
• Provide editorial and logistical support during breaking news and major events.

Conocimientos

Storytelling

Editorial judgment

Fast-paced environment

Teamwork

Interviewing

Educación

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Herramientas

iNews

Outlook

Dalet

Descripción del empleo

FOX News Media in Washington, DC seeks a freelance Producer to work closely with reporters and editors to develop compelling live shots and packages. You’ll pitch story ideas, gather information, arrange interviews, write scripts, and coordinate logistics under tight deadlines.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in a local or national newsroom, strong editorial judgment, and the ability to work independently while contributing as part of a team, especially during breaking news.