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 Fox News Digital is looking for a full-time Digital Production Assistant to join the team! You will have the opportunity to be part of a growing team that writes, produces, and optimizes news content for FoxNews.com and FoxBusiness.com. Were looking for a strong communicator and multitasker who can thrive under pressure, manage multiple assignments, and contribute to one of the most high-profile newsrooms in digital media. A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES Producing multiple assigned multimedia articles and wires a day in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment Obtaining, shooting and editing videos, photos and other imagery Conducting background research on individuals and topics relevant to breaking news coverage Supporting high-profile breaking news coverage through multimedia production for digital stories and live blogs Reaching out to external sources via phone and social media to verify information and gather content Contributing to original written content as needed Acting as a point of contact for reporters, writers, and editors to support multimedia production needs Adhering to detailed SEO requirements Incorporating edits from supervisors Creating engaging online quizzes tied to trending or high-interest news topics Managing multiple assignments across a wide range of topics WHAT YOU WILL NEED A track record of great writing, preferably involving reporting and research Proven ability to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced news environment Ability to anticipate the needs of writers, reporters and editors and proactively support content production Willingness and ability to work weekends and some holidays Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field of study preferred, or equivalent experience Experience with SEO, working in a CMS (WordPress preferred) and Photoshop is preferred Familiarity with Associated Press style Curiosity, adaptability and a willingness to learn new tools and skills #LI-BC1 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 $19.00-27.65 per hour. 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. View more detail about FOX Benefits. 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.
