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Fox Television Stations · 3 weeks ago

Digital Multi-Media Journalist

Fox Television Stations is a leading media organization that operates 29 broadcast television stations in the U.S., dedicated to delivering high-quality news and entertainment. They are seeking a Digital Multi-Media Journalist responsible for shooting and presenting live events and news across various digital platforms, engaging audiences with compelling content.

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Responsibilities

Actively participate in the editorial planning process for daily live streaming news programming, contributing ideas for live event coverage
Develop contacts and sources in the community to generate ideas for potential news coverage on streaming and broadcast platforms
Produce and present extended live unscripted content from the field for the station’s live stream, usually working alone and using a smartphone and related audio/video accessories
Interview subjects in the field and gather news information for the purpose of generating content for digital and broadcast platforms
Present stories on the station’s live stream while at remote locations or on set, assuming all responsibility for the final content and presentation
Produce and/or host blocks of live stream programming on set as assigned
Write effective text copy for digital publication of news stories
Actively contribute to social media accounts on platforms including Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram on behalf of the station
Make occasional promotional appearances on behalf of the station and communicate clearly and deal effectively and politely with the public in person, over the phone, and via the Internet
Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

On-camera presentationNews videographyLive field newsgatheringSEO best practicesSocial media engagementEditorial decision makingDeadline managementCommunication skills

Required

Excellent on-camera presentation skills required, including in long-form ad lib situations
Skilled in news videography and live field newsgathering
Ability to make independent editorial decisions in the field
Able to prioritize and work under daily deadline pressure
Familiarity with best practices for SEO and YouTube video tagging for audience maximization
Must have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record

Preferred

Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in a related field preferred
Two years of experience as an MMJ or photographer at a commercial television station preferred

Benefits

Medical/dental/vision
Insurance
A 401(k) plan
Paid time off
Other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents

Company

Fox Television Stations

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Fox Television Stations is a group of television stations located within the United States. It is a sub-organization of 21st Century Fox.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Timothy Joyce
SVP of Engineering, Operations and Technology
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