Freelance Production Assistant, Media Production Group (R50030307)

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox News MediaFOX 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 Media Production Group. You are a self-starter with stellar communication skills, a positive attitude, and highly organized. You will be able to perform well under pressure in live news environment. You are eager to advance within the company and you are a quick learner.

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

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

Distribute incoming day-of-air graphic orders to graphic artists

Communicate with producers and artists to ensure daily requests are fulfilled

Assist graphics production team in finding elements for graphics and animation

Maintain library of graphic elements

Develop an extensive knowledge of graphics workflow and style rules

Ensure producers and artists adhere to style guidelines

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

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

Knowledge of Photoshop, iNews and Vizrt is a plus

Strong leadership and organizational skills

Experience with multi-tasking several projects

Excellent editorial judgment

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.