Weekend Senior Producer, LiveNOW

FOX News Channel; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Other Benefits

Job summary

FOX News Channel’s LiveNOW from FOX in Orlando is seeking a Senior Producer to lead live, digital news coverage. You’ll oversee editorial decisions, monitor feeds and social chatter, and mentor other producers in a fast-paced, 24/7 live environment.

You should have 3-5 years leading live news, a journalism or communications degree, strong news judgment, and proficiency with social media, SEO, and digital analytics. Weekend/evening shifts and holidays are required.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience leading the planning and producing of live news content across digital, social, and broadcast platforms.
• BA/BS degree preferably in Journalism, Communications or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of digital production including live streaming and video publishing.

Responsibilities

• Produce relevant, timely, live coverage of breaking news for digital platforms.
• Lead editorial decisions while maintaining editorial standards and timeliness.
• Monitor video feeds, social media, and other newsgathering tools for fresh content.
• Contribute to coverage plans for major stories and live events to drive viewer engagement.
• Mentor other producers and develop workflows with LiveNOW leadership.
• Train staff on technical, editorial, and presentation aspects of LiveNOW.
• Cultivate relationships with key players at FTS O&O stations and partners.
• Lead editorial process on weekends and other dayparts as assigned.

Skills

News judgment

Organizational skills

Deadline-driven

Social media

SEO

Web-based news gathering

Digital analytics

Live streaming

Editorial leadership

Education

BA/BS in Journalism/Communications

Tools

Video publishing

Live streaming tools

Editorial workflow software

Job description

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANYFox 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 DESCRIPTIONWe're hiring a Senior Producer to join the team behind LiveNOW from FOX, FOX TV Stations’ national live streaming news channel. LiveNOW brings viewers the most relevant and engaging live news coverage occurring right now across the country and the world. We are a team of passionate content creators seamlessly moving between the biggest live events and stories as they happen to keep our viewers informed. LiveNOW is always raw, live, and unfiltered, with limited commentary and no opinion.As a Senior Producer you will serve as an editorial leader for our team and take an active role in boosting the quality of our product while championing the LiveNOW mission. If you describe yourself as a tech-savvy multitasker who is obsessed with news and producing it differently, this is your opportunity to create compelling content in a fast paced and collaborative environment.With your guidance, you will help take LiveNOW’s content to the next level!This position is based in LiveNOW’s East Coast newsroom located in Orlando, FL. The schedule for this position will be Mondays, Thursdays-Sundays.A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIESTake a hands-on role in producing relevant, timely, live coverage of breaking news and major news events for all digital platforms.Lead editorial decisions and ensure content meets editorial standards while staying on top of current news and events, as well as industry news.Monitor video feeds, social media, and other newsgathering tools for fresh, live content and the latest information.Contribute to coverage plans of major stories and live events to drive viewer engagement.Support the development of other producers as you ensure a positive work environment and mentor them.Actively participate in training news staff on all technical, editorial, and presentation aspects of LiveNOW.Work closely with LiveNOW leadership to develop and adjust producer workflows as needed.Support LiveNOW’s efforts to cultivate relationships with key players at FTS O&O stations and other internal or external partners.Lead editorial process on weekends and other dayparts as assigned, overseeing staff and making all necessary editorial decisions.WHAT YOU WILL NEED3-5 years of experience leading the planning and producing of live news content, including breaking news on digital, social, and broadcast platforms.BA/BS degree preferably in Journalism, Communications or a related field.Strong knowledge of technical aspects of digital news production, including live streaming and video publishingPrior experience leading and developing, with a track record of taking ownership to successfully deliver key projects or initiatives.Superior news judgment, strong attention to detail, and impeccable organizational skills.Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment under deadline pressures.Proficient in social media, SEO, and various tools used for web-based newsgathering, content creation, and digital analytics.Varied hours including regular weekend and evening shifts, and holidays as required.Why Join LiveNOW from FOX?At LiveNOW, you’ll be part of a team redefining how news is delivered in the digital era. We bring audiences live, unfiltered news and events from around the country in real time—no scripts, no anchors, just the story as it unfolds. With millions of viewers tuning in across multiple platforms, this is your chance to help shape the future of live digital 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 $85,000.00-95,000.00 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.View more detail about FOX Benefits.