Live News Producer & Coverage Planner

Fox Corporation; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Fox Corporation’s LiveNOW from FOX is seeking a Producer/Planner based in Orlando to research, plan, and produce live coverage of breaking news and major events. The role requires strong news judgment, organizational skills, and the ability to work across digital, social, streaming, and broadcast platforms.

You will coordinate with FOX stations, manage live feeds, build relationships with partners, and maintain the editorial calendar while adapting to fast-paced newsroom demands.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience producing news content preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field preferred, or equivalent demonstrated experience.
• Strong news judgment and a thorough understanding of journalistic standards.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of digital news production including live streaming and video publishing.
• Proficiency with web-based newsgathering, content creation, and digital analytics tools.
• Strong knowledge of social media platforms for news distribution.
• Ability to remain composed during breaking news and high-pressure situations.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with newsroom teams and external partners.
• Flexibility to work varied hours, including weekends and holidays.
• On-camera hosting or reporting experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Research, gather, curate, and produce timely original content for digital, social, streaming, and broadcast platforms nationwide.
• Help execute the editorial plan and coordinate coverage with FOX stations and partners.
• Coordinate live video feeds, interviews, and other content for LiveNOW coverage.
• Build and maintain relationships with key contacts across FOX stations and partner organizations.
• Monitor live feeds, newsgathering tools, social media, and other sources to identify developing stories.
• Maintain and update the editorial calendar for short- and long-term planning.
• Research upcoming events and anticipate coverage and resource needs.
• Pitch relevant and compelling story ideas.
• Stay current on breaking news and major events across the U.S. and internationally.
• Monitor audience analytics to inform coverage decisions.
• Maintain high journalistic and editorial standards.
• Fill in for Digital Journalists as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

News production

Editorial planning

Live streaming

Social media

Collaboration

Time management

Interpersonal communication

On-camera hosting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Fox Corporation’s LiveNOW from FOX is seeking a Producer/Planner based in Orlando to research, plan, and produce live coverage of breaking news and major events. The role requires strong news judgment, organizational skills, and the ability to work across digital, social, streaming, and broadcast platforms.

You will coordinate with FOX stations, manage live feeds, build relationships with partners, and maintain the editorial calendar while adapting to fast-paced newsroom demands.