Information Graphics Writer

FOX; New York (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Fox News in New York is seeking an Information Graphics Writer to join our New York Bureau. You will work with researchers and producers to handle the writing and insertion of lower thirds and other information oriented graphics, with strong knowledge of current events and a keenness for politics and public affairs.

Responsibilities include researching daily stories, delivering concise, fair information, and crafting press conference quotes for daytime programming, in a fast-paced, nationally

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience or strong internships in a professional live news environment.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments and deadlines.
• Ability to work seamlessly in a team atmosphere.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including regular weekend hours.
• Detail oriented, paying close attention to spelling, grammar, and syntax.
• Ability to write in a concise, conversational and fast-paced style.
• Strong knowledge of current events, politics and public affairs.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with national exposure daily.
• Knowledge of iNews, Viz, and Deko is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Research daily news stories
• Provide compelling information, presented in a succinct, fair and balanced format
• Write press conference quotes for daytime programming

Skills

Strong writing ability

Excellent communication

Deadline-driven

Team player

Flexible schedule

Attention to detail

Concise, conversational writing

News judgment

Knowledge of current events

Job description

Fox News is looking for an Information Graphics Writer to join our New York Bureau. As the Information Graphics Writer, you will work with researchers and producers to handle the writing and insertion of lower thirds and other information oriented graphics. Your strong knowledge of current events and keen interest in politics and public affairs will allow to excel in this role.

A Snapshot of Your Responsibilities

• Research daily news stories
• Provide compelling information, presented in a succinct, fair and balanced format
• Write press conference quotes for daytime programming

What You Will Need

• 1 year of experience or strong internships in a professional live news environment
• Excellent communication and strong writing skills
• Ability to handle multiple assignments and deadlines
• Ability to work seamlessly in a team atmosphere
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including regular weekend hours
• Detail oriented nature, paying close attention to spelling, grammar, and syntax
• Ability to write in a concise, conversational and colorful style at an extremely fast pace
• A strong knowledge of current events, a keen interest in politics and public affairs, and solid news judgment
• Ability to work in a dynamic and fast paced environment where your work gets national exposure on a daily basis
• Knowledge of iNews, Viz, and Deko is a plus