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Field Producer
| Company | FOX |
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| Location | Washington, DC, USA |
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| Salary | $84500 – $110000 |
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| Type | Full-Time |
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| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
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| Experience Level | Senior |
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Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field of study is preferred, or equivalent experience
- 5 years of experience in a local or national newsroom
- Experience producing news live shots and packages both in-house and in the field
- Strong logistical and editorial skills with knowledge of national and international politics
- Familiarity with various D.C. government agencies
- Keen understanding of how to set up interviews and gather news
- Being a self-starter who can work independently, as well as a team player
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multitask, and prioritize on a daily basis, and especially in breaking news situations
- Must be flexible with your schedule, willing to travel, and work both weekdays and weekends
- Valid driver’s license and ability to drive
- Familiarity with iNews, Outlook, Dalet
Responsibilities
- Finds elements, logs events, and identifies news developments
- Familiar with daily developments on Washington-based political stories
- Works with reporters to set up interviews, asks questions, and obtains information to craft and produce live shots and packages
- Deploys in the field when needed to news gather and field produce live shots
- Utilizes camera equipment to shoot video and sound
- Uses LiveU equipment to transmit live or taped video footage
- Monitors wires, social media, and other broadcast networks for news developments
- Builds graphics, chyrons, and lower thirds for story delivery
- Pitches story ideas
- Works with editors to deliver visually compelling stories
Preferred Qualifications
No preferred qualifications provided.
