Producer

Fox Television Stations; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Vacation

Sick time

Holidays

Parental leave

Educational reimbursement

401(k) company contribution

Medical benefits

Job summary

Fox Television Stations in Milwaukee is seeking an experienced news producer to elevate our morning news coverage. You will craft unique content, write with urgency, and ensure accuracy while leading the show from the booth.

The role requires a journalism degree and at least two years producing for a commercial TV station; streaming/digital newscasts experience is preferred. A fast-paced environment, strong news judgment, and the ability to manage multiple tasks are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have a college degree (preferably in journalism) with a minimum of two years producing experience at a commercial television station.
• Excellent news judgment.
• Fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with the ability to pivot quickly in breaking news.
• Experience producing or contributing to streaming or digital newscasts is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create a newscast that delivers unique content and distinguishes FOX6 from the competition.
• Maintain unwavering accuracy and demonstrate urgency in your news writing.
• Exhibit strong news judgment while managing multiple facets of the broadcast news production such as stacking, showcasing, and writing teases.
• Execute error-free newscasts from the booth, staying calm under pressure while communicating clearly with your team.
• Establish FOX6 as the go-to source for breaking news and demonstrate a strong understanding of the evolving broadcast business, including live streaming and maintaining an online presence.

Skills

News production

News writing

Streaming/digital

Non-linear editing

Sourcing/social media

Education

Bachelor's degree in journalism

Job description

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox TV Stations FOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas (DMAs), and duopolies in 11 DMAs, including the three largest DMAs (New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago). Of these stations, 18 are affiliated with the FOX Network. In addition to distributing sports, entertainment, and syndicated content, our television stations collectively produce approximately 1,200 hours of local news every week. These stations leverage viewer, distributor, and advertiser demand for the FOX Network’s national content.

JOB DESCRIPTION

FOX6 is seeking an experienced and highly skilled news producer to elevate our morning news coverage. You must have a genuine flair for innovative storytelling and a commitment to journalistic integrity, and you must view each day as an opportunity to create compelling viewer experiences that showcase the best of FOX6.

As part of the FOX family, you will enjoy generous paid time off, vacation, sick time, holidays, parental leave, educational reimbursement, a 401(k) company contribution (in addition to matching), robust employee resources, and what our employees describe as the best medical benefits.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create a newscast that delivers unique content and distinguishes FOX6 from the competition.
• Maintain unwavering accuracy and demonstrate urgency in your news writing.
• Exhibit strong news judgment while managing multiple facets of the broadcast news production such as stacking, showcasing, and writing teases.
• Execute error‑free newscasts from the booth, staying calm under pressure while communicating clearly with your team.
• Establish FOX6 as the go‑to source for breaking news and demonstrate a strong understanding of the evolving broadcast business, including live streaming and maintaining an online presence.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have a college degree (preferably in journalism) with a minimum of two years producing experience at a commercial television station.
• Excellent news judgment is required.
• Must be able to work in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment with the ability to pivot quickly in breaking news situations.
• Must be well‑versed in all aspects of journalism, from writing to sourcing through social networking. Experience producing or contributing to streaming or digital newscasts is strongly preferred. Non‑linear editing skills are a plus. This is a morning position. May work holiday and varied hours as needed.

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 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 $55,000.00–63,000.00 annually. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical, dental, vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.