Live News Producer & Coverage Planner

Fox Corporation; Orlando, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

FOX Television Stations is seeking a Producer/Planner for LiveNOW from FOX to research and plan coverage, book guests, coordinate content, and produce live coverage of breaking news nationwide. Based in the East Coast newsroom at FOX 35 Orlando, you will report to the Executive Producer and drive coverage with strong news judgment.

We value a resourceful, organized journalist who can manage fast-paced workloads, build relationships, and deliver high-quality live and digital content across

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, with the ability to manage multiple priorities 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 and their use in newsgathering and news distribution.
• Ability to remain composed, accurate, and effective during breaking news and other high-pressure situations.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with newsroom teams, FOX stations, and internal and external partners.
• Flexibility to work varied hours, including weekends and holidays, as required.
• On-camera hosting or reporting experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Research, gather, curate, and produce timely original content, including breaking news and live coverage of major events, for digital, social, streaming, and broadcast platforms nationwide.
• Help execute the editorial plan and coordinate coverage with FOX owned-and-operated stations and other internal and external partners.
• Coordinate live video feeds, interviews, reporter hits, and other content for LiveNOW coverage.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key contacts across FOX stations and partner organizations.
• Monitor live video feeds, newsgathering tools, social media, and other sources to identify developing stories, fresh content, and breaking information.
• Maintain and continuously update the editorial calendar to support short- and long-term coverage planning.
• Research upcoming events and anticipate coverage and resource needs.
• Pitch relevant and compelling story ideas.
• Stay current on breaking news, major stories, and events across the U.S. and internationally.
• Monitor real-time audience analytics and use insights 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

Digital analytics

Social media usage

Live streaming

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism/Communications

Tools

Web-based newsgathering

Video publishing tools

Analytics tools

Job description

FOX Television Stations is seeking a Producer/Planner for LiveNOW from FOX to research and plan coverage, book guests, coordinate content, and produce live coverage of breaking news nationwide. Based in the East Coast newsroom at FOX 35 Orlando, you will report to the Executive Producer and drive coverage with strong news judgment.

We value a resourceful, organized journalist who can manage fast-paced workloads, build relationships, and deliver high-quality live and digital content across