Writer, FOX & Friends First (R50034045)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

FOX News Media is seeking a talented writer for Fox & Friends to craft engaging, conversational copy under tight deadlines. The role involves working closely with reporters and editors, writing VO scripts, and contributing to morning show content with timely coverage of breaking news.

Applicants should have major market experience, a journalism degree or equivalent, and the ability to work overnights on weekends and weekdays. A strong grasp of US politics and current events is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in major market news environments is required.
• Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Flexibility to work overnight shifts on weekends and weekdays.
• Ability to write creatively for morning television.
• Strong knowledge of current events, US politics, geopolitics and history.
• Ability to manage breaking news and communicate with teams.

Responsibilities

• Write VO's, VO/SOT's and reporter stories under tight deadlines.
• Create graphics and edit video via your desktop.
• Communicate critical story information with producers and managers.
• Operate as a team player and pitch story ideas.
• Conduct thorough research on top stories.

Skills

Major market experience

Creative writing

Deadline-driven

News research

Clear communication

Handling breaking news

Initiative/self-motivation

Education

Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field

Job description

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox News MediaFOX 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 talented Writers to join the #1 national cable news program, Fox & Friends and Fox & Friends First. You use creative and conversational copy to pull viewers in. You know the difference between an attention-grabbing headline and burying the lead. You are also quick to jump on breaking news and a great communicator. The writer position will entail working directly with reporters and correspondents.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Write VO's, VO/SOT's and reporter stories under tight deadline pressure
• Create graphics and edit video via your desktop
• Communicate critical story information with producers and managers
• Operate as a team player
• Pitch story ideas
• Conduct thorough research on top stories

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Major market experience
• Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field of study preferred, or equivalent experience
• Flexibility to work both weekend and weekday overnight hours
• Ability to write creatively for morning television
• Thorough knowledge of current events, US politics, geopolitics, foreign policy and history
• Ability to manage breaking news
• Someone who demonstrates initiative, is proactive and self-motivated

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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 $60,000.00-75,000.00 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.

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