News Producer Job at AAJA25 in Bethesda

Fox Television Stations - FOX 5 DC

Murphy Baker mary.baker@fox.com

7272 Wisconsin Ave

Bethesda, Maryland, United States 20814

Web : https : / / foxcareers.com

Location : Bethesda, Maryland, United States

Postal Code : 20814

Job Category : Television, Online | New Media

Employment Type : Full time

Salary : 90000-105000 USD per year

Posted : 09.24.2025

Job Description News Producer

Are you looking to build your career with a winning news team and a highly successful, well-known media company? Look no further! FOX 5 DC / FOX 5 Plus is seeking a confident and enthusiastic multimedia News Producer to join our dynamic news team.

Creative. Innovative. Multimedia Savvy. If you possess these qualities and shine as a leader in the newsroom, then this could be you! Our newsroom provides comprehensive coverage of local and national news stories across multiple platforms such as broadcast, digital, and web.

Why Join Us? Impactful Work : Be the forefront of digital news production, telling stories that truly matter to our audience.

Collaborate and Grow : Work alongside accomplished journalists and media professionals who will challenge you to sharpen your skills and elevate your craft.

Innovative Environment : Our cutting-edge studios in downtown Bethesda are more than just a workspace – they’re a hub for creativity and innovation where your ideas are valued.

What You’ll Do Production Leadership : Responsible for daily production activities for assigned newscasts and multimedia projects, from facilitating the news gathering process to editorial decisions and post-production.

Content Creation : Develop authentic segments, write compelling stories, build rundowns, and edit scripts for various media formats.

Team Collaboration : Work closely with executive producers, other producers, writers, anchors, reporters, and control room staff to ensure technically seamless multimedia newscasts.

Visual Coordination : Collaborate with assignment desk and field crews to coordinate live shots, assignments, and provide graphics, video, and logistical support.

Digital Integration : Log and edit video for inclusion on scripts and coordinate with web / social teams to ensure comprehensive coverage of all news stories online and on-air.

Active Participation : Actively participate in daily editorial, department, and production meetings.

Other Duties : Perform other duties as assigned, reporting to the Executive Producer.

Benefits Comprehensive Package : Excellent health benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities. 401k with company match.

Lifestyle Perks : Access to onsite fitness center, vibrant local dining, and shopping options.

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 $90,000.00-105,000.00 annually.

Job Requirements What We’re Looking For

Education & Experience : Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field with a minimum of three years of experience in a medium-to-large television market.

Skills : Strong news judgment, solid writing skills, captivating storytelling skills, and knowledge of current events.

Organizational Excellence : Excellent organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple projects concurrently, working under tight deadlines.

Problem-Solving : Keen critical thinking skills and excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to anticipate problems, articulate solutions, and provide clear directions.

Creativity : Must be able to think out of the box and find new ways to present information.

Interpersonal Skills : Strong interpersonal skills, consistently displaying a professional demeanor with the ability to stay cool under pressure and handle strong personalities.

Teamwork : Ability to work independently and as part of a cohesive team.

Candidates must provide writing samples and a reel / link of recent production work.

FOX 5 DC / FOX 5 Plus is a 24 / 7 operation. Flexibility in scheduling is essential, including evenings, early mornings, weekends, and holidays, and in the case of breaking news.

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