Host/Producer (Overnights), LiveNOW from FOX

FOX News Channel; Florida; On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

FOX News Channel is seeking an Overnight Host/Producer for its national live streaming news. The role includes hosting live coverage and managing production for breaking news across platforms.

Ideal candidates will have on-camera experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to thrive in high-pressure situations. They will also benefit from medical, dental, and other benefits, as well as a competitive annual salary ranging from $75,000 to $85,000.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to communicate clearly and confidently on-air and behind the scenes.
• Experience with live-streaming workflows and newsroom technologies.
• Flexibility to work varied hours, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Gather, produce, and present live coverage of breaking news.
• Host live streams and guide viewers through developing stories.
• Manage live video production elements like switching and graphics.

Skills

Strong knowledge of current events

Clear communication skills

Excellent editorial judgment

Digital news production experience

Strong organizational skills

Ability to thrive under pressure

Proficiency with newsgathering tools

On-camera hosting experience

Tools

TriCaster

Job description

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox TV Stations operates 29 full‑power broadcast television stations across the U.S. and affiliates with FOX Network in 18 of them. It produces roughly 1,200 hours of local news each week.

JOB DESCRIPTION

LiveNOW from FOX is seeking an Overnight Host/Producer to join the national live streaming news offering. The role involves hosting live, on‑air coverage on some nights and supporting other hosts behind the scenes on others. It requires balanced skills in real‑time reporting, content production, and viewer engagement.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Gather, produce, and present live coverage of breaking news and major events across digital, streaming, social, and broadcast platforms.
• Host live streams and guide viewers through developing stories in a clear, engaging, and informative manner.
• Research, plan, and build editorial coverage, including booking guests, coordinating interviews, and preparing for upcoming news events.
• Manage live video production elements such as switching, graphics, and stream execution.
• Monitor live feeds, wires, social media, and newsgathering tools to identify breaking news and emerging stories.
• Execute and evolve the editorial plan, maintaining calendars and ensuring coverage is forward‑looking and well‑coordinated.
• Collaborate with FOX O&O stations and internal/external partners to source live video, interviews, and content.
• Pitch story ideas and contribute to editorial decision‑making while upholding journalistic standards.
• Monitor real‑time analytics to inform coverage decisions and optimize content performance.
• Support teammates across roles, including stepping on‑air or behind the scenes as needed.
• Maintain strong relationships with key contacts and sources to support coverage.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong knowledge of current events and understanding of how audiences consume news across digital platforms.
• Proven ability to communicate clearly and confidently on‑air and behind the scenes in a fast‑paced, unscripted breaking‑news environment.
• Excellent editorial judgment, research skills, and attention to detail.
• Experience with digital news production, live‑streaming workflows, and newsroom technologies (e.g., TriCaster or similar).
• Strong organizational and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and think several steps ahead.
• Ability to thrive under pressure and pivot quickly as news develops.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency with newsgathering tools, social media, and digital analytics platforms.
• On‑camera hosting or reporting experience required.
• Flexibility to work varied hours, weekends, and holidays as news demands.

BENEFITS

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents.

SALARY

Annual compensation ranges from $75,000.00 to $85,000.00, dependent on education, skills, experience, and location.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

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.