Senior Producer, Fox News Primetime

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox News MediaFOX 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 recently announced AVOD platform FOX Weather. Currently the number one network in all of cable, FNC has also been the most watched television news channel for 19 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 are looking for a sharp, strong, hard-working, creative and confident Senior Producer to join Fox News Primetime. As the Senior Producer, you will be responsible for crafting the #1 Primetime show at 7PM, from inception to execution. You must have impeccable editorial skills and a vision for the show before you walk into work. You're a Fox News fan who is full of original ideas and thrives on the respectful exchange of those ideas in a collaborative editorial environment. You are always optimistic — and can identify strengths in just about anyone — and use those strengths to produce positive results. 

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Set the editorial standard at the beginning of each day by building a show with original guests/topics/ideas
• Oversee bookers by offering suggestions and ensuring the right guests are secured
• Participate in daily team meetings to develop strategies for each segment
• Guide the production of segments throughout the day
• Take the lead in the control room while monitoring/reacting to breaking news
• Plan future shows/segments in anticipation of high-profile events
• Manage and develop Bookers, Writers, Producers & Production Assistants

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• 2-4 years of Line Producing (or similar) experience
• Exceptional editorial skills; ability to recognize stories with high potential for compelling television
• Strong interest/knowledge of current events and politics
• Passion for storytelling with a strong creative drive; willingness to take risks
• Proven track record of leadership and the ability to create an environment that fosters teamwork
• Willingness to listen, learn and grow from constructive criticism

NICE TO HAVE

• Degree in Journalism, Political Science, or a related field

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.