Freelance Production Assistant, Audio

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox News Media

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 newly announced platform FOX Weather. Currently the number one network in all of cable, FNC has also been the most watched television news channel for 20 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 Freelance Production Assistant to join our Fox News Audio team. The Freelance Production Assistant is a self- starter with stellar communication skills. You have a positive attitude and are highly organized. You are able to perform well under the pressure of a live news environment. You are eager to advance within the company and are a quick learner.

Schedule varies depending on news; candidate must be able to work flexible shifts including overnights, weekends and holidays.  

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Select and edit audio clips in a fast- paced environment

• Write scripts to accompany audio clips

• Edit and process correspondent reports for timing purposes

• Work with editors

• Work with anchors to load audio into hourly rundowns

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Bachelor’s degree in broadcasting, journalism or communications preferred, or equivalent experience

• Prior internship experience in radio, television or online journalism

• Basic knowledge of iNews, ENCO and Adobe Audition is a plus

• Understanding of the technical and editorial functions of radio and multi-media production

• Demonstrated knowledge of current events

• Good communication skills and a positive attitude

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.