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 recently announced AVOD platform FOX Weather. Currently the number one network in all of cable, FNC has also been the most watched television news channel for 19 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
We are looking for a talented Production Assistant to join the Fox News @ Night Team. As a Production Assistant, you will play an important role in the gathering of editorial information, video & graphical material for the weeknight program, Fox News @ Night w/ Shannon Bream. You are also someone who thrives in a fast- paced news environment.
SNAPSHOT OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Creatively conceive and select elements for show segments
Conduct independent research, analyze and interpret domestic, international, and political affairs
Develop and pitch story ideas to anchor and senior show staff
Create and drive content to the other Fox News @ Night platforms
Greet guests
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field of study is preferred, or equivalent experience
1 year of broadcast experience
Knowledge of national politics and the DC area
Familiarity with iNews and VIZ
Motivated, self-starter who is able to work independently, as well as in a team environment
Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced and intense atmosphere
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.
At FOX, we foster a culture and environment where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. We are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent across our company. We live in a diverse world, with different ideas and different perspectives that come together to spark new ideas and make great things happen. That means reflecting the diversity of the world around us is critical to our company's success. We ensure that our viewers, communities and employees feel heard, represented, and celebrated both on screen and off.
Under the FOX banner, we produce and distribute content through some of the world’s leading and most valued brands, including: FOX News, FOX Sports, the FOX Network, and the FOX Television Stations.
We empower a diverse range of creators to imagine and develop culturally significant content, while building an organization that thrives on creative ideas, operational expertise and strategic thinking.