Streaming Line Producer

WJBK-TV FOX 2 Detroit; Washington; On-site; USD 94,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Job summary

FOX Television Stations – FOX 5 DC / FOX 5 PLUS is seeking a Streaming Line Producer to lead live coverage and editorial execution, writing, stacking, timing and line producing structured newscasts for linear and streaming platforms while guiding breaking-news coverage from the control room. This role requires strong editorial judgment and the ability to manage multiple live elements.

You will develop streaming-first content, optimize distribution across digital platforms, monitor real-time

Qualifications

• Experience leading live news production and editorial execution.
• Strong news judgment and AP-style writing proficiency.
• Proven ability to guide breaking news and manage multiple live elements.

Responsibilities

• Lead live coverage and editorial execution for linear and streaming.
• Write, stack, time, and line produce structured newscasts and continuous coverage.
• Direct anchors, reporters, field crews, and production teams.
• Develop streaming-first content and log, clip, and edit video.
• Collaborate across the newsroom to deliver cohesive journalism.

Skills

News judgment

AP style writing

Live-production leadership

Multiplatform storytelling

Editorial collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism or Communications

Tools

Rundown software

Live streaming tools

Control room automation

Video editing workflows

Job description

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox TV Stations

JOB DESCRIPTION

Streaming Line Producer

FOX Television Stations – FOX 5 DC / FOX 5 PLUS

What You’ll Do

• Lead live coverage and editorial execution. Write, stack, time, and line produce structured newscasts and continuous coverage for linear and streaming platforms; adjust rundowns as news develops; guide breaking-news coverage from the control room; manage multiple live elements; and direct anchors, reporters, field crews, and production teams.
• Create streaming-first, multiplatform content. Develop live streams, explainers, interviews, and presentation elements for digital audiences and the station’s broader content strategy; write broadcast and digital copy; log, clip, and edit video; coordinate graphics; produce interviews and digital video packages; and repurpose content before, during, and after live broadcasts.
• Grow reach through smart distribution and insights. Optimize and distribute video and live content across station digital products and YouTube, TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram, tailoring presentation to each platform and its audience. Monitor real-time metrics, social feeds, and regional news trends to inform live coverage, story placement, follow-up content, and streaming priorities.
• Collaborate across the newsroom. Partner with anchors, reporters, writers, digital producers, video editors, assignment teams, and production staff to deliver cohesive, accurate, high-quality journalism across platforms.
• Use evolving newsroom technology. Work confidently with iNews, live streaming tools, control room automation, digital video editing and publishing tools, audience analytics platforms, Outlook, and Workday, while adapting as station technology evolves.

What You Bring

• Experience. Two to four years as a news producer, line producer, or in a similar role in a medium-to-large broadcast newsroom; live streaming or digital-first news production experience is strongly preferred.
• Editorial and live-production strength. Strong news judgment, AP-style writing, and demonstrated control-room leadership, with the ability to manage breaking news, multiple live elements, and intense deadlines. Working knowledge of broadcast law, FCC regulations, journalistic standards, and editorial best practices.
• Multiplatform expertise. A strong understanding of multiplatform storytelling, social media strategy, digital video distribution, and audience engagement.
• Technology fluency. Experience with linear rundown software, live streaming production tools, control room automation, digital video editing and publishing workflows, and audience analytics, plus the ability to learn evolving systems quickly.
• Education and leadership. A bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience, along with clear professional communication, strong collaboration, sound decision-making, and the composure to lead effectively in fast-moving live-news situations.

Additional Information

Benefits

• Comprehensive package. Excellent health benefits, paid time off, professional development opportunities, and a 401(k) with company match.
• Lifestyle perks. Access to an onsite fitness center, vibrant local dining, and shopping options.

Work Schedule & Adaptability

FOX 5 DC / FOX 5 Plus is a 24/7 news operation. This position supports the morning show and requires overnight hours. This role requires flexibility to work varied hours, including evenings, weekends, holidays, breaking news, and special events. Extended shifts may be required during severe weather, major news events, or emergencies to support continuous coverage across linear and streaming platforms.

Ready to combine strong line-producing discipline with the creativity and speed of digital-first journalism?

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 $94,000.00-96,077.00 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.