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OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY
Fox TV Stations owns and operates 29 full‑power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These stations are located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas (DMAs) and include duopolies in 11 DMAs, including the three largest DMAs (New York, Los Angeles and Chicago). Eighteen stations are affiliated with the FOX Network. Together, the stations produce approximately 1,200 hours of local news every week and leverage viewer, distributor and advertiser demand for the FOX Network’s national content.
JOB DESCRIPTION
We’re hiring a Digital Journalist to join the team behind LiveNOW, FOX TV Stations’ national live streaming news product. LiveNOW is focused on bringing users the most relevant and engaging live news coverage occurring right now across the country and the world, seamlessly moving between the biggest events and stories as they happen. LiveNOW is always raw, live and unfiltered, with limited commentary and no opinion.
Reporting to the Executive Producer, the Digital Journalist will curate, produce and host live coverage of breaking news and important events as they happen, giving users an in‑the‑moment view of what’s going on right now. This position is based in LiveNOW’s west coast newsroom at FOX 10 Phoenix.
Does this sound like you? You’re smart, fast on your feet, team‑oriented and full of energy. A true storyteller at heart, you know a big news story when you hear it. You’re a self‑professed news junkie who always knows what’s going on everywhere. Digging for details gives you life… and you know exactly where to look. When asked whether you’re a host, reporter or producer, your answer is D = all of the above. Content is your passion, but you’ve got tech chops and you’re not afraid to use them. You thrive in a fast‑paced, challenging environment and crave the chance to try something new. Every. Single. Day.
The person we’re looking for lives and breathes to break national news and report on history as it unfolds, live as it happens. If that’s you, we need you on our team.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Gather, produce and present original content live, including breaking news and coverage of major news events, on digital, social, streaming and broadcast platforms nationwide.
Simultaneously manage content and live video production, including video switching and graphics.
Monitor live video feeds, newsgathering tools and social media for the latest information and content.
Maintain constant communication with FOX O&O stations as well as other internal and external partners to coordinate receiving video and new information.
Stay up‑to‑date on news and current events.
Pitch story ideas and contribute to the editorial process.
Monitor real‑time analytics.
Adhere to journalistic standards.
Assist in planning.
Produce for other Digital Journalists.
Other duties assigned as deemed appropriate and necessary.
REQUIREMENTS
3+ years experience reporting and hosting live news coverage on digital and social platforms preferred.
BA/BS degree, preferably in Journalism, Communications or related field.
Excellent live communicator with the ability to host continuous coverage over extended periods.
Tech‑savvy multitasker with strong knowledge of the technical aspects of digital news production, including live streaming and video publishing.
Experience operating a TriCaster or similar video production system a plus.
Proficient in tools used for web‑based newsgathering tools, content creation and monitoring digital analytics.
Superior news judgement.
Social media expert.
Overwhelming attention to detail.
Thrive under pressure.
Varied hours including weekends and holidays as required.
EOE/M/F/Veteran/Disabled
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.
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job. Examples of a reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. Please send an email to TVHO-DigitalJobs@FOX.COM or call (212) 301‑5853.
Pay range: $76,500.00–$86,500.00 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.
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In Summary: Fox TV Stations owns and operates 29 full‑power broadcast television stations in the U.S. The Digital Journalist will curate, produce and host live coverage of breaking news and important events as they happen . The position is based in LiveNOW’s west coast newsroom at FOX 10 Phoenix .
En Español: OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY Fox TV Stations posee y opera 29 estaciones de televisión de transmisión completa en los Estados Unidos. Estas estaciones se encuentran en 14 de las 15 principales áreas designadas del mercado (DMA) e incluyen duopolis en 11 DMA, incluyendo las tres mayores DMAs (Nueva York, Los Ángeles y Chicago). Dieciocho estaciones están afiliadas a la Red FOX. Juntas, las estaciones producen aproximadamente 1.200 horas de noticias locales cada semana y aprovechan las demandas de espectadores, distribuidores y anunciantes para el contenido nacional de FOX Network. Usted es un aficionado a las noticias que siempre sabe lo que está sucediendo en todas partes. La búsqueda de detalles le da vida... y usted sabe exactamente dónde buscar. Cuando se le pregunta si es un anfitrión, reportero o productor, su respuesta es D = todo lo anterior. El contenido es su pasión, pero tiene habilidades tecnológicas y no teme usarlas. Prospera en un entorno rápido y desafiante y ansía por la oportunidad de probar algo nuevo. Cada día único. La persona que buscamos vidas y respiraciones para romper las noticias nacionales e informar sobre la historia a medida que se desarrolla, vive como sucede. Si eso ocurre, te necesitamos en nuestro equipo. RESPONSIBITIES Gather. Requisitos 3+ años de experiencia en reportes y alojamiento de noticias en vivo en plataformas digitales y sociales preferidos. Grado BA/BS, preferablemente en Periodismo, Comunicaciones o campo relacionado. Excelente comunicador en directo con la capacidad de alojar cobertura continua durante períodos prolongados. Multitarea inteligente tecnológico con un fuerte conocimiento de los aspectos técnicos de la producción de noticias digitales, incluida la transmisión en vivo y la publicación de video. Experiencia en operar un TriCaster u otro sistema similar de producción de vídeo más. Proficientes en herramientas utilizadas para las herramienta de recopilación de noticias basadas en web, creación de contenido y monitoreo analítica digital. Superior juicio de noticias. Medios sociales. Atención excesiva a los detalles. Prosperar bajo presión. Horarios variados incluyendo fines de semana y días festivos según sea necesario. EOE / M / Veteran / Discapacitados Somos un empleador de igualdad de oportunidades y todos requeriremos que solicitudes de empleo se adapten a la ley federal si usted tiene una discapacidad laboral razonable. Los ejemplos de un alojamiento razonable incluyen hacer cambios en el proceso de solicitud o procedimientos laborales, proporcionar documentos en un formato alternativo, utilizar un intérprete del lenguaje de señas o usar equipos especializados. Por favor envíe un correo electrónico a TVHO-DigitalJobs@FOX.COM o llame (212) 301-5853.