TV News Copywriter & Research Editor

FOX; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

FOX News Media is seeking a seasoned writer for the FOX Nation live team in New York. The role demands strong editing under pressure, precise copyediting of descriptions and scripts, and close collaboration with producers to ensure story accuracy and video alignment.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of newsroom experience, solid research skills, and a journalism degree or equivalent. Flexibility to adapt to a fast-paced schedule is essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong and accurate writing, research, and editorial skills.
• Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Thorough knowledge of current events, U.S. politics, geopolitics, foreign policy, and history.
• Strong news judgment.
• Ability to manage breaking news and respond quickly as stories develop.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced news environment.
• Copyedit all descriptions & scripts under tight deadline pressure.
• Check graphics and videos to ensure they match scripts.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Copyedit all descriptions & scripts under tight deadline pressure.
• Check graphics and videos to ensure they match scripts.
• Communicate critical story information with producers and managers.
• Think outside the box to tell a story.
• Understand the importance of utilizing and writing to video.
• Operate as a team player.
• Conduct thorough research on top stories.

Skills

Strong writing

News judgment

Deadline-driven editing

Research skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field

Job description

FOX News Media is seeking a seasoned writer for the FOX Nation live team in New York. The role demands strong editing under pressure, precise copyediting of descriptions and scripts, and close collaboration with producers to ensure story accuracy and video alignment.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of newsroom experience, solid research skills, and a journalism degree or equivalent. Flexibility to adapt to a fast-paced schedule is essential.