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
The FOX News Multimedia Reporters (MMRs) are on the front lines of breaking news nationwide. Qualified candidates are positioned across the country to shoot, produce, edit, and report content for FOX News Media platforms. After two years of ongoing development and mentorship, our reporters are positioned to become stronger journalists in the field.
The FOX News Multimedia Reporters are part of our company’s ongoing mission to invest in talent. As a Multimedia Reporter, you will be on scene for major national stories and help newsgather for FOX News Media platforms. You will respond to breaking news on short notice in your region and at times, nationwide. You will also develop unique stories for enterprise pieces that appeal to a national audience.
We are currently recruiting for reporters based out of Nashville, TN and Minneapolis, MN.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Initiate and create news content for daily stories and breaking news across multiple FOX platforms, including FOX News Channel, FOX Business Network, FOX Weather, FOX News Digital, FOX News EDGE, and FOX News Radio
- Research, write, produce, edit, and report original news stories, including appropriate video, graphics, and audio packages
- Shoot, edit, and transmit content in the field utilizing FOX-provided equipment for daily and breaking news coverage
- Communicate with management regarding story development while working alongside news managers, assignment editors, and producers to generate news packages
- Travel often to cover breaking news at a moment’s notice, within your region and at times, nationwide
- Establish a strong network of sources and contacts within the community to develop story leads and ongoing relationships
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
- 2-4 years of professional on-air field reporting experience as a general assignment reporter, reporting and/or editing news stories for all broadcast and digital media platforms
- A strong grasp of national news & campaign politics
- A natural affinity for storytelling, a love for news, a strong work ethic, and a passion to succeed
- Must have outstanding time management skills, and complete required assignments on deadline
- Exceptional writing, research, and on-air presentation skills including knowledge of AP style
- Adept in the field and capable of responsibly handling a live news situation
- Strong working knowledge of multimedia production, including previous experience with non-linear editing and CMS platforms
- Ability to work independently and unilaterally with minimum on-site support and supervision
- A team player who takes initiative
- Ability to work nights, holidays, and weekends, often on short notice
- Must be willing to submit a consumer report and reference process
- Must be willing to sign a two-year employment contract
- Must have unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S.
- Bachelor’s degree with a concentration in journalism or communications, or a related field is preferred
- Ability to relocate to a new city with a 30-day or less notice
- A valid driver’s license and safe driving record
REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS
- Resume
- Cover letter detailing why FOX News should select you to join the Multimedia Reporters team
- On-Air Reel (Include the link to your reel in your resume or cover letter)
- 3 TV script writing samples (Include the link(s) to your writing samples in your resume and cover letter)
Please note – the pay range will be $75-$80k, regardless of the location you are selected for.
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