What are the responsibilities and job description for the Streaming Producer/Host position at Fox Television Stations?
Overview Of The Company
Fox TV Stations
FOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas, or DMAs, and duopolies in 11 DMAs, including the three largest DMAs (New York, Los Angeles and Chicago). Of these stations, 18 are affiliated with the FOX Network. In addition to distributing sports, entertainment and syndicated content, our television stations collectively produce approximately 1,200 hours of local news every week. These stations leverage viewer, distributor and advertiser demand for the FOX Network’s national content.
Job Description
We are seeking a dynamic and innovative Streaming Producer/Host to plan, schedule, produce, edit, and host compelling news, weather, and informational video content for the station's live stream and FOX Local CTV app. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced news environment and possesses both strong editorial judgment and on-camera presence.
Summary Of Responsibilities
The Streaming Producer/Host is a key player in maximizing the audience for our live streaming platforms. This role requires a blend of production expertise, on-air hosting, and strategic content distribution.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
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.
Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $75,000.00-82,500.00 annually. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
Fox TV Stations
FOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas, or DMAs, and duopolies in 11 DMAs, including the three largest DMAs (New York, Los Angeles and Chicago). Of these stations, 18 are affiliated with the FOX Network. In addition to distributing sports, entertainment and syndicated content, our television stations collectively produce approximately 1,200 hours of local news every week. These stations leverage viewer, distributor and advertiser demand for the FOX Network’s national content.
Job Description
We are seeking a dynamic and innovative Streaming Producer/Host to plan, schedule, produce, edit, and host compelling news, weather, and informational video content for the station's live stream and FOX Local CTV app. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced news environment and possesses both strong editorial judgment and on-camera presence.
Summary Of Responsibilities
The Streaming Producer/Host is a key player in maximizing the audience for our live streaming platforms. This role requires a blend of production expertise, on-air hosting, and strategic content distribution.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the Executive Producer, Streaming and the Digital Content Director to develop, produce, and deliver high-impact content designed to maximize live stream and FOX Local CTV app audience.
- Produce and craft cohesive blocks of news, weather, and informational content for live stream delivery.
- Utilize technology platforms to manage and execute the seamless delivery of streaming content.
- Monitor incoming video feeds and work with Assignment Editors to recognize and respond to breaking news relevant to the streaming audience.
- Appear on camera to host streaming content, presenting live coverage of breaking news and scheduled news events.
- Work with User Experience Producers to foster an interactive community, integrating audience response into live stream content.
- Use various social media platforms and collaborate with colleagues to amplify the distribution and reach of the station’s live stream.
- Evaluate audience measurement data and participate in discussions regarding content strategy and planning.
- Ensure all streaming content adheres to the editorial standards of the FOX 5 newsroom.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Language Skills: Must possess strong language skills, be proficient in English grammar, spelling, and punctuation, and be able to utilize conversational broadcast copy style efficiently under daily deadline pressure.
- Technical Proficiency: Proficiency with video production technology, including non-linear editing and video switching tools.
- Editorial Judgment: Strong editorial judgment is required.
- On-Camera Skills: Excellent on-camera delivery and communication skills are required.
- Work Ethic: Self-starter with the ability to work productively while working independently.
- Organizational Skills: Ability to multitask in a deadline-driven environment that requires strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Prioritization: Able to prioritize and work effectively under daily deadline pressure.
- Preferred: Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in a related field.
- Preferred: Two years of experience in a newsroom at a commercial television station or digital news organization.
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.
Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $75,000.00-82,500.00 annually. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
Salary : $75,000 - $82,500