Per Diem News Reporter (R50033899)

FOX; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

FOX, KTTV FOX 11 Los Angeles, seeks a Per Diem Reporter to deliver engaging news on air and across digital platforms. The role emphasizes live, on-camera reporting, strong storytelling, and the ability to create content for streaming and social media.

The ideal candidate brings 3–5 years of fast-paced TV production experience, excellent communication and leadership, and a deep connection to Southern California news. This per diem position supports field and studio work.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; 4-year degree preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience with fast-paced TV productions.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an on-air presenter of news for TV, streaming and digital platforms.
• Lead live reporting in breaking news situations with confidence.
• Create content for interview segments and digital channels.
• Research, report and write copy on deadline to meet standards.
• Develop content for streaming, social media and Connected TV.

Skills

Communication

Live reporting

Storytelling

Leadership

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox TV StationsFOX Television Stations (FTS) owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations, including stations in 14 of the top 15 markets and duopolies in 11. Eighteen are FOX Network affiliates, and together the stations produce approximately 1,300 hours of local news every week. FOX LOCAL, the company's free ad-supported digital and streaming product, extends that news, weather and local content across connected TV & mobile devices. LiveNOW from FOX expands the FTS portfolio even further as the only national streaming services to be truly live 24/7, covering breaking news and events as they happen.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Come join Southern California's news leader, KTTV FOX 11 Los Angeles and FOX Local! We are seeking individuals who have a passion for journalism and want to be part of the organization's best-in-class reporting, in front of the camera and behind the scenes, on broadcast and streaming platforms. We are currently searching for a Per Diem Reporter with strong editorial, storytelling, live, and digital skills. Be part of a winning team with a diverse culture that believes in supporting, mentoring, and training our staff.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as an on-air presenter of news stories, interviews, and other content for all TV, streaming, and digital platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging, and meaningful to news consumers.
• Stay at the frontline of breaking news situations, taking on flexible duties when assigned, to deliver live reporting that captures the veracity of the moment.
• Present content live conversationally and with confidence and comfort on various platforms.
• Take charge of coordinating and producing compelling interview segments, ensuring content is informative and resonates with our diverse audience.
• Demonstrate an exceptional capacity for researching, reporting, and writing broadcast and digital print news copy on deadline, while adhering to station standards for precision and clarity.
• Independently create unique and compelling content for a variety of digital platforms, including streaming channels, social media, Connected TV apps, and other digital media.
• Develop and maintain an engaging social media presence that complements the station's brand image.
• Maintain a strong understanding of newsroom production, various daypart reporting needs, and creating content for multiple platforms.
• Willingness to travel and present from the field as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned as deemed appropriate and necessary.

Minimum Requirements

• A deep connection to Southern California and the greater Los Angeles area is highly favorable-whether you grew up, attended school, or have previously worked in the region, we value your intrinsic understanding of our community and its stories.
• High school diploma is required; 4-year college degree is preferred.
• Candidate should have 3 to 5 years of experience with fast-paced television productions, including live shots, in-studio, and field interviews.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills are required.

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 $52.67 per hour.