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Associate Producer/Writer, Outnumbered (R50029760)

FOX, New York, New York, us, 10261

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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

Outnumbered is looking for a motivated and creative Associate Producer/Writer! As an Associate Producer/Writer, you will write compelling and conversational copy on a wide variety of news topics. You have exceptional scriptwriting skills and impeccable grammar. Your news judgment is exemplary and you have knowledge of and passion for current events and politics. You will need to work well under constant deadline pressure. A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES Research and craft stories in a way that resonates with our viewers

Write compelling scripts and bold banners under deadline pressure

Work with various show producers and anchors to manage live shots and handle guest segments

Coordinate elements for your stories, including video and graphics and scour social media for elements or information the competitors missed

Communicate critical information with showrunners and field producers

Stay on top of the latest editorial information, and communicate changes in a fast-paced atmosphere

Pitch story ideas

WHAT YOU WILL NEED At least 3+ years of major market newsroom experience

Exceptional script writing skills, news judgment, and grammar

Superior understanding of Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and other social media networks and applications

Solid news judgment and an outstanding grasp of politics and current events

Substantial control room and breaking news experience

Working knowledge of iNews, VIZ, and desktop editing preferred

Flexibility to work day/night/weekend shifts as news requires it

Team-player attitude paired with the ability to meet quick deadlines and react to rapid news developments

Excellent comprehension of geopolitical climate and current events

Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field of study preferred, or equivalent experience

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 $67,000.00-78,000.00 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.

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