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Fox News is searching for the next team of Multimedia Reporters.
Responsibilities Include But Not Limited To:
Initiate and create news content for daily stories and breaking news across multiple Fox platforms
Research, write, produce, edit and report original news stories, including appropriate video, graphics and audio packages
Responsible for shooting, editing and transmitting content utilizing Fox-provided equipment for daily and breaking news coverage
Communicate to management regarding story development and work alongside news managers, assignment editors and producers to generate news packages
Support Fox News Channel, Foxnews.com, Fox Business Network, Fox News EDGE, Fox News Radio and related online properties by contributing video, audio and written content on a daily basis
Establish a strong network of relationships, sources and contacts within the community in order to develop story leads and ongoing relationships
Requirements
We’re looking for exceptional candidates who have a passion for news and the drive to succeed. Find out what it takes to be a Multimedia Reporter.
Basic Qualifications:
Hold a four-year college degree, emphasis in Communications or Journalism, with a minimum 3.0 GPA
Have professional on-camera/field reporting experience, maximum of 3 years
Possesses a strong grasp of national politics
Are able to relocate to a new city with a 30-day or less notice
Can work independently in a fast paced news environment
Must have a valid driver’s license and a safe driving record
Eligibility Requirements:
Experience in reporting for a local television station, college television station and/or internship experience
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 relocate to any location - geographic mobility is a must
Ability to work overtime, nights, holidays and weekends, often with short notice
Must be willing to submit to a background investigation
Must be willing to sign a two-year employment contract
Must have unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S.
Desired Characteristics:
Exceptional candidates who have a natural affinity for storytelling, a love for news, a strong work ethic and a passion to succeed
A candidate must be able to work independently, have outstanding time management skills and complete required assignments on deadline
Prior experience within the field as a general assignment reporter, reporting and/or editing news stories for all broadcast and digital media platforms
Required Application Materials:
Resume
Cover letter detailing why Fox News should select you to join our next class of Multimedia Reporters
On-Air Reel (Include the link to your reel in your resume or cover letter)
3 writing samples for print/web (300-500 words), 3 writing samples for TV and 3 writing samples for radio (Include the link(s) to your writing samples in your resume and cover letter)
3 professional references