Job description
We are looking for a creative, thorough, and hardworking Freelance Associate Producer to join the # 1 National Cable Morning Show, Fox & Friends. As Freelance Associate Producer, you will be responsible for pitching stories, writing scripts, and selecting/building elements in a collaborative team environment. You’re well-versed in politics, culture & current events — and innately curious about everything else. You are a talented writer & excellent researcher who sees value in discovering unique angles/approaches to stories that are difficult to find.A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES Pitch unique guests, stories & segmentsConduct in-depth research Write stories, guest intros, teases, banners, and questionsSelect elements such as sound, video clips, and graphics to help tell a storyAdditional responsibilities based on your unique talents/abilitiesWHAT YOU WILL NEED 3+ years of prior television (or similar) experienceStrong knowledge of news, politics, and current events; familiarity with popular influencers, commentators & opinion-makers Ability to work collaboratively with others under deadlinesAbility to work independently and make educated decisionsWillingness to listen, learn, and grow from constructive criticismAble to work weekends and overnight hours You are creative and think ‘outside the box’A Bachelor’s degree in journalism or a related field of study preferred, or equivalent experienceWe 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.At FOX, we foster a culture and environment where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. We are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent across our company. We live in a diverse world, with different ideas and different perspectives that come together to spark new ideas and make great things happen. That means reflecting the diversity of the world around us is critical to our company’s success. We ensure that our viewers, communities and employees feel heard, represented, and celebrated both on screen and off.Click here to learn more about the diverse communities of people behind our brands. Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is: $28.61-33.65 per hour. We provide Freelancers medical/dental/vision insurance and 401k after they meet eligibility criteria and any State required time-off, in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.