Freelance News Editor/Producer, Radio (R50028654)

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANYFox 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

We have an exciting opportunity for a Freelance Producer/News Editor to supervise the staff for our network radio news operations (terrestrial and Fox News Headlines 24/7 - Channel 115 on SiriusXM Radio). As the Freelance Producer/News Editor you are our editorial leader, working with news anchors to craft the content and structure of a 24/7 news operation. This is fast moving news environment! Your ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven newsroom allows you to deliver top quality segments and newscasts. You excel at multi-tasking and paying close attention to details. Your writing and editing skills are excellent and your editorial judgment is first-rate.

You must be available to work a variety of shifts including weekends, mornings, afternoons, overnights - plus opportunities to fill in during weekday shifts.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Format, program, coordinate, and produce a live news program

• Produce segments/rundowns and reporter hits

• Manage and keep clear communication with reporters, editors, assignment desk and anchors

• Keep newscasts updated by working on developing stories as day progresses

• Handle staffing issues when managers are not present

• Check segments and newscasts for editorial accuracy/updates

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• 3 -5 years of experience editing all-news radio or producing live breaking news in a television control room

• Highly skilled in writing and copy editing

• Ability to handle breaking news situations and multi-task in a fast-paced environment

• Strong editorial judgment is a must

• Ability to interact with high profile talent

• A positive attitude and great communication skills

• Ability to work well with a team environment

• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts including weekends, mornings, afternoons, overnights - plus opportunities to fill in during weekday shifts.

• Knowledge of iNews, ENCO and Adobe Audition (Cool-Edit) a major plus

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 $32.00-37.50 per hour.