News Producer

at FOX Television Stations

Record last updated: 2/21/2026 6:21:21 AM

Current Days Open
82
Reqs Seen
3
Current Min Salary
$90,000.00 (Yearly)
Current Max Salary
$96,000.00 (Yearly)
Historical Days Open
29
First Seen
9/24/2025
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$90,000.00 (Yearly)
2/21/2026
Highest Max Salary Seen
$105,000.00 (Yearly)
10/22/2025

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Full Job Description

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY Fox TV Stations FOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas, or DMAs, and duopolies in 11 DMAs, including the three largest DMAs (New York, Los Angeles and Chicago). Of these stations, 18 are affiliated with the FOX Network. In addition to distributing sports, entertainment and syndicated content, our television stations collectively produce approximately 1,200 hours of local news every week. These stations leverage viewer, distributor and advertiser demand for the FOX Networks national content. JOB DESCRIPTION News Producer (Regular Full-Time) WTTG/WDCA FOX 5 DC/FOX 5 Plus Are you ready to produce compelling newscasts with one of the most respected local television stations in the nations capital? FOX 5 DC / FOX 5 Plus is seeking an experienced, creative, and energetic News Producer to join our winning team. As part of Fox Corporation and Fox Television stations, we deliver more hours of original programming than any other local station in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia market. Youll help shape stories that inform, engage, and inspire our community across broadcast, digital, and streaming platforms. Why Join Us? Make an Impact: Produce stories that matter to our viewers and community. Collaborate and Grow: Work with accomplished journalists who value creativity and teamwork. Innovate Daily: Operate in a modern, technology-driving newsroom and studio in downtown Bethesda. What Youll Do Lead Daily Production: Responsible for all aspects of assigned newscasts from story selection and editorial decisions to final delivery. Create Compelling Content: Write, edit, and produce engaging stories and segments for broadcast and digital. Coordinate Coverage: Work with the directors, assignment desk and editors, on-air staff, and field crews to manage live shots, visuals, and supporting materials. Drive Digital Integration: Collaborate with digital and news teams to ensure stories reach audiences on all platforms. Contribute Editorially: Participate in daily news and production meetings and help shape newsroom coverage strategies. Other Duties: Perform other duties as assigned, reporting to the Executive Producer. What Were Looking For Education & Experience: Bachelors degree in journalism or related field; minimum of three years of experience in a medium-to-large market. Editorial Judgment: Proven ability to identify, prioritize, and craft impactful stories with strong writing and storytelling skills. Technical Expertise: Familiarity with newsroom computer systems, live production tools, and non-linear editing. Organization & Problem Solving: Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines with sound decision-making. Creativity & Collaboration: Innovative thinker who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Professionalism: Maintains composure under pressure and contributes positively to newsroom culture. 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. Additional Details To be considered for this premier opportunity, candidates must submit writing samples and a reel of recent production work. FOX 5 DC / FOX 5 Plus is a 24/7 news operation flexibility for evenings, weekends, holidays, and breaking news coverage is essential. #LI-MB2 Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. Please tell us if you require reasonable accommodation to apply for a job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. Please send an email to Mary.Baker@FOX.com, Call: 202-895-3232, or visit our readily accessible station located at 7272 Wisconsin Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814 and a member of our recruiting team will assist you. 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 $90,000.00-96,000.00 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. Were disruptors. Were big dreamers. Were believers in the future, in possibility, in potential. Were reinventing the world, every day. We create content for audiences big and small, global and local. We put our audiences first, and work hard to bring them stories theyll love, wherever they are and however they watch, listen and learn. Whatever your discipline, from on-air talent to behind-the-scenes tech guru to business and finance, the career opportunities at FOX are exciting, rewarding and game-changing. We seek out the most talented individuals the dreamers, the disruptors and the visionaries and we want them to know that they matter. Were committed to helping every single one of our employees feel valued and inspired, every day.

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