Fox News Media is hiring: Production Assistant, The Big Weekend Show in New York

Overview

Fox News Channel is looking for a talented Production Assistant to join The Big Weekend Show. This role is onsite with a Wednesday – Sunday schedule. The Production Assistant thrives in a high-volume, collaborative, fast-paced environment and can complete tasks with minimal errors. A passion for politics, current events, and pop culture is helpful for growth within the company.

Responsibilities

• Assist producers with elements for the leads, teases, and segments, including selecting, pulling and cutting VO/SOTs
• Coordinate reporter hits
• Help manage and oversee graphic elements during the show in the control room during the live broadcast
• Pitch stories for news of the day and future segments
• Book guests during breaking news situations
• Create and edit compelling videos and graphics
• Learn to compile research packets and produce segments

What You Will Need

• A Bachelor’s degree in journalism or a related field of study is preferred, or equivalent experience
• Experience using Dalet
• Familiarity with iNews, VIZ, and an understanding of building program rundowns
• Broadcast news experience
• Passion for political news, current events, and pop culture
• Strong administrative and organizational skills
• Ability to multitask under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Solid news and editorial judgment, especially during breaking news

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 $19.00-25.00 per hour. 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.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
• Industries: Broadcast Media Production and Distribution