Field Producer, Chicago Bureau Job at fox com in Chicago

MediabistroChicago, IL, United States

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Overview of the Company

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 News International and the platform FOX Weather. Fox News Media reaches 200 million people each month.

Job Description

Fox News is committed to delivering news as it happens. We love what we do and we’re looking for passionate, talented people to help us lead, grow and achieve our goals. Joining the number one cable news network in America is a singular opportunity to be part of a highly successful, dynamic team that has transformed the way people get their information.

Fox News is looking for a Field Producer to work in the Chicago Bureau. As a Field Producer, you will cover major stories including breaking news, initiative stories, and special events.

Responsibilities

Producing reporter liveshots and packages on location and in the Dallas Bureau
Traveling domestically and internationally to cover breaking news, often at the last minute for extended periods of time
Pitching and developing original story ideas
Newsgathering logistics, booking travel, assigning field crews
Coordinating all aspects of production, including booking, writing, ordering graphics, and producing taped segments and live shots
Demonstrating strong communication skills to work with correspondents and photographers in the field

What You Will Need

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

3 years’ experience as a reporter, writer, producer, and / or editor at a news organization

Extensive field production experience

Strong writing skills

Extensive experience in edit room

Production experience in breaking news, and feature reporting

Ability to shoot video and operate LiveU

Willingness to travel and work long hours, including weekends with short notice

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 $83,000.00-110,000.00 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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