News Producer (R50031052)

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox TV StationsFOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the . 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 Network’s national content.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The News Producer is responsible for their individual, assigned newscast. Each Producer works with their Executive Producer and other newsroom staff to take daily reporter assignments, voiceovers (VOs), voice-over sound on tape (VOSOTs) and other stories to build compelling, informative newscasts. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following duties.

• Responsible for daily production of newscast (compile and write stories, log video, wire copy) within specific time constraints to meet news deadlines. Level of performance requires a superior command of grammar and broadcast news-writing style.
• Log and edit video for inclusion on scripts.
• Responsible for production of stories-everything from setting up the story, to interviews, to writing and editing features, coordinate graphics. Research stories via telephone with city PIO (Public Information Officers), public relations organizations, etc.
• Responsible for editorial decisions and/or changes made in the control room while the newscast is on the air. Communicates via IFB to provide producer direction and talent instruction to crews in the field and in studio. Collaborate with Executive Producer prior to air and during newscast about changes.
• Coordinate with web/social team to coordinate coverage for online and on-air.
• Act as a point of contact for the writers during the shift to provide guidance and editorial assistance as needed. Assign writing ideas to APs. Edit AP scripts and provide feedback.
• Work with reporters to develop story scripts. Edit reporter scripts and provide feedback. Assign voiceovers and VO-SOTs to reporters and anchors. Via phone, and in person work with on-air staff to assist with story development and/or story support.
• Use Company provided tools to make on-air graphics for stories in newscast.
• Work with field crews, via telephone, to manage stories, provide graphics support, video and logistical support.
• Download and edit video for newscasts – coordinate with ENG for Satellite feeds.
• Work closely with assignment desk to coordinate live shots and reporter & photographer assignments.
• Maintain open communication with News Director, the news management team and all station personnel to efficiently, respectfully and professionally complete news assignments. This includes monitoring the wire service, using telephones and email. Ascertain relevant stories for inclusion in newscasts.
• Attend and participate in department meetings. Provide suggestions for news related stories and participate in post-production critiques.
• Constantly moves throughout the station to coordinate work requirements and production • Occasionally bends stoops and crouches to arrange copy/script paper for work related functions.
• Constantly uses verbal, audible, and visual abilities to perform essential functions. Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• Constantly operates PC to complete required news items and related materials. Requires fine motor skills.
• Regularly receives and distributes information and instructions, via telephone, e-mail and memo to station personnel.
• Sits for extended period of time in order to accomplish essential duties.
• Comply with all Station and Department policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Perform other duties and special projects as needed and directed by the News Director and news management team.
Bachelor's degree in Journalism or related field required. Two to three (2-3) years' experience in a medium to major television market is required.

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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 $82,000.00-86,120.64 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.