Production Assistant, Media Desk (R50034272)

FOX; New York (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

FOX News Media is seeking a Production Assistant for the Media Desk. The role demands a self-starter with strong communication, organization, and the ability to perform under live news pressure. Immediate start required; growth within the company is encouraged.

The position involves handling metadata, logging, ingestion, transcription, and quality control across fast-paced video workflows in a dynamic newsroom.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Broadcasting, Journalism or Communications preferred.
• Knowledge of iNews and Dalet Galaxy is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of current events.
• Experience multitasking several projects.
• Excellent editorial judgment.
• Ability to work flexible shifts including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Attach editorial meta-data to large volumes of incoming daily video.
• Provide shot-by-shot logs for video selected for permanent archive.
• Use video hardware to ingest physical media into a digital system.
• Transcribe important speeches for breaking news.
• Monitor quality control standards with correct video levels.

Skills

Strong knowledge of current events

Multitasking

Editorial judgment

Flexible shifts including weekends/hol

Education

Bachelor's degree in Broadcasting, Journalism or Communications

Tools

iNews

Dalet Galaxy

Job description

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox News Media operates the FOX News Channel (FNC), FOX Business Network (FBN), FOX News Digital, FOX News Audio, FOX News Books, the direct-to-consumer digital streaming services FOX Nation and FOX News International and the newly announced platform FOX Weather. Currently the number one network in all of cable, FNC has also been the most watched television news channel for 20 consecutive years, while FBN currently ranks among the top business channels on cable. Owned by FOX Corporation, FOX News Media reaches 200 million people each month.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a talented Production Assistant to join our Media Desk. The Production Assistant will be a self-starter with stellar communication skills. The Production Assistant must have a positive attitude and be highly organized. You will be able to perform well under the pressure of a live news environment. You are eager to advance within the company and you are a quick learner.

**YOU MUST BE AVAILABLE FOR IMMEDIATE EMPLOYMENT.**

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Attach editorial meta-data (text information) to large volumes of incoming daily video
• Provide shot-by-shot logs for video specifically selected for permanent archive.
• Use video hardware to ingest physical media into a digital system.
• Transcribe important speeches as they pertain to breaking news situations.
• Monitor quality control standards with correct video and levels

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Bachelor's degree in Broadcasting, Journalism or Communications is preferred
• Knowledge of iNews and Dalet Galaxy is a plus
• Strong knowledge of current events
• Experience with multi-tasking several projects
• Excellent editorial judgment
• Ability to work flexible shifts including weekends and holidays

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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 $19.00-27.65 per hour. 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.

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