Freelance Show Director, DC Bureau

fox com; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

FOX News Media in Washington, DC is seeking a Freelance Director to join our Fox News family. You will plan and direct live and live-to-tape news programs and special events, working closely with producers to execute high‑impact broadcasts.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years directing live television, excels in a fast-paced control room, collaborates with talent and staff, and thrives under pressure in a 24/7 news environment. Demo reel requested upon application.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience directing live television news & specials.
• Proficiency in both conventional and automation directing.
• Know-how to work seamlessly with producers, on air talent, and technical staff.
• Good instincts, creative ideas, strong visual ability and understand when to take risks.
• Leadership capabilities and ability to stay calm under intense pressure.
• Strong analytical and technical skills.
• Flexibility to work all shifts in a 24/7/365 breaking news environment.
• Solid knowledge of current events and news of the day.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct live and live-to-tape news programs and special events
• Consult the producing team to improve the overall quality of the show
• Work with the control room team to execute a high-quality show
• Collaborate with the team to plan, block, and launch new show concepts
• Thrive in a highly competitive environment and always aim to win

Skills

Directing live TV

Automation directing

Producer collaboration

Leadership under pressure

Analytical skills

24/7 schedule

Technical directing

Job description

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox News MediaFOX 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 Freelance Director to join our Fox News family in Washington, D.C. You will be an integral part of the number one News network in America. As the Show Director, you plan and direct live and live-to-tape news programs and special events. You also work closely with producers to grow and develop show concepts. We're looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, breaking news control room environment and can anticipate the needs of the editorial team to execute effectively.

SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and direct live and live-to-tape news programs and special events

• Consult the producing team to improve the overall quality of the show

• Work with the control room team to execute a high-quality show

• Collaborate with the team to plan, block, and launch new show concepts

• Thrive in a highly competitive environment and want to always win

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• 5+ years’ experience directing live television news & specials

• Proficiency in both conventional and automation directing

• Know-how to work seamlessly with producers, on air talent, and technical staff

• Good instincts, creative ideas, strong visual ability and understand when to take risks

• Leadership capabilities and exceptional ability to stay calm under intense and constant pressure

• Strong analytical and technical skills

• Flexibility to work all shifts in a 24/7/365 breaking news environment

• Solid knowledge of current events and news of the day

• Technical director skills are a significant plus

*Demo reel and director track should be available upon request.

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 $65.00-70.00 per hour.