Fox News Media is hiring: Freelance Producer / News Editor - Radio in New York

Freelance Producer / News Editor – Radio

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Overview of the Company

Fox News Media operates the FOX News Channel, FOX Business Network, FOX News Digital, FOX News Audio, FOX News Books, FOX Nation, FOX News International, and the newly announced FOX Weather platform. It is the number one cable network, most‑watched television news channel for 20 consecutive years, and reaches 200 million people each month.

Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a freelance Producer/News Editor for our network radio news operations (terrestrial and Fox News Headlines 24/7 on SiriusXM Radio). The Producer/News Editor serves as editorial leader, working with anchors to craft the content and structure of a 24/7 news operation in a fast‑moving, deadline‑driven newsroom.

Responsibilities

• Format, program, coordinate, and produce a live news program.
• Produce segments, rundowns, and reporter hits.
• Manage and maintain clear communication with reporters, editors, assignment desk, and anchors.
• Keep the newscast updated by developing stories as the day progresses.
• Handle staffing issues when managers are absent.
• Check segments and newscasts for editorial accuracy and updates.

Requirements

• 3–5 years’ 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.
• Strong editorial judgment.
• Ability to interact with high‑profile talent.
• Positive attitude and excellent communication skills.
• Team‑oriented and able to multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment.
• Knowledge of iNews, ENCO and Adobe Audition (Cool‑Edit) is 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 qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate for this role is $28.00–$37.50 per hour, based on education, skills, experience, and location.