Freelance Production Assistant, Media Production Group

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox News Media

FOX 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 newly announced platform FOX Weather. Currently the number one network in all of cable, FNC has also been the most watched television news channel for 20 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 talented Freelance Production Assistant to join our Media Production Group. You are a self-starter with stellar communication skills, a positive attitude, and highly organized. You will be able to perform well under pressure in live news environment. You are eager to advance within the company and you are a quick learner.

Schedule varies depending on news; candidate must be able to work flexible shifts including weekends and holidays.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Distribute incoming day-of-air graphic orders to graphic artists

• Communicate with producers and artists to ensure daily requests are fulfilled

• Assist graphics production team in finding elements for graphics and animation

• Maintain library of graphic elements

• Develop an extensive knowledge of graphics workflow and style rules

• Ensure producers and artists adhere to style guidelines

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Bachelor’s degree in broadcasting, journalism, or communications preferred, or equivalent experience

• Knowledge of Photoshop, iNews and Vizrt is a plus

• Strong leadership and organizational skills

• Experience with multi-tasking several projects

• Excellent editorial judgment