FOX News Network LLC: Freelance Production Assistant Flash

Production Assistant is needed in Philadelphia, PA, United States.

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Client: FOX News Network LLC

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Contract: Full Time

Company Overview

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 motivated Freelance Digital Production Assistant, Flash to be part of a groundbreaking online news team for FoxNews.com & FoxBusiness.com. As a Freelance Digital Production Assistant, Flash, you can handle a fast-paced environment and are creative, flexible, and have a ‘can-do’ attitude. You are willing to learn, enjoy collaborating with a team, and are eager to advance within the company.

Shift schedule & working hours will be based on department needs, but the flexibility and ability to work weekends and evening shifts are ideal.

A Snapshot of Your Responsibilities

• Cut video from Fox News Channel and Fox Business Network shows for use in articles or the homepages of FoxNews.com and FoxBusiness.com
• Monitor Fox News Channel and Fox Business Network programming for compelling newsmakers/segments that can be featured on FoxNews.com and FoxBusiness.com
• Edit video from original interviews
• Multitask on tight deadlines in a high-pressure environment
• Prioritize assignments and meeting deadlines
• Other duties as assigned

What You Will Need

• Strong video editing skills
• 1-2 years of online news experience either writing or producing
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Experience multitasking several projects
• Excellent editorial judgment and knowledge of current events
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced 24-hour news environment
• Ability to work some holidays and adhere to shift changes
• A team player willing to jump in when needed in breaking news situations
• Proven capability to be creative and think ‘outside the box’
• Knowledge of CMS, Photoshop & video editing systems preferred
• A Bachelor’s degree in journalism or a related field of study preferred, or equivalent experience

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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. Click here to learn more about the diverse communities of people behind our brands.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay range for this role, with the final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is: $17.79-18.75 per hour. We provide Freelancers medical/dental/vision insurance and 401k after they meet eligibility criteria and any State required time-off, in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

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