Freelance Production Assistant, Media Desk Job at Fox News Media in New York

Overview

Fox 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 Weather. Owned by FOX Corporation, FOX News Media reaches 200 million people each month.

Job Description

We are looking for a talented Freelance Production Assistant to join our Media Desk. The Freelance Production Assistant will be a self-starter with stellar communication skills. The role requires a positive attitude and strong organization, ability to perform well under the pressure of a live news environment, and a desire to advance within the company as a quick learner. Depending on department availability, this role will work either a full-time or part-time freelance schedule. There is an opportunity for this role to lead into a full-time staff position with company benefits.

Responsibilities

• Attach editorial meta-data (text information) to large volumes of incoming daily video
• Provide shot-by-shot logs for video specifically selected for permanent archive
• Use video hardware to ingest physical media into a digital system
• Transcribe important speeches as it pertains to breaking news situations
• Monitor quality control standards with correct video and levels

What You Will Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Broadcasting, Journalism or Communications is preferred
• Knowledge of iNews and Dalet Galaxy is a plus
• Strong knowledge of current events
• Experience with multi-tasking several projects
• Excellent editorial judgment
• Ability to work flexible shifts including weekends and holidays

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 $17.79-22.00 per hour.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

Industries

Broadcast Media Production and Distribution