OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY
Fox Business NetworkFOX Business Network (FBN) is a financial news channel delivering real-time information across all platforms that impact both Main Street and Wall Street. Headquartered in New York — the business capital of the world — FBN launched in October 2007 and currently ranks among the top business channels on television. The network is available in nearly 60 million homes in all markets across the United States. Owned by FOX Corporation, FBN is a unit of FOX News Media and has bureaus in Chicago, Los Angeles, and Washington, D.C.JOB DESCRIPTIONWe are looking for an enthusiastic and passionate Production Assistant to join Fox Business. You are a team player with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn. You are comfortable working under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment. You have an interest in news and want to pursue a career in tv. As the Production Assistant, you have a 'good eye' for what leads to the most creative and compelling TV screen.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
Pitch story ideas relevant to the Big Money Show themes
Cut relevant video and sound for segments
Handle graphic elements for the show and social media
Support senior staff in the newsroom and control room
Interact with and support on-air talent
Develop news writing skills and work towards producing segments independently
Help book guests for show segments
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field of study preferred, or equivalent experience
A passion for current events and business news
Knowledge of newsroom functions
Familiarity with digital editing platforms, such as Dalet and iNews
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Strong social media skills
Excellent time-management skills with the ability to work under tight deadlines
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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 $18.25-25.00 per hour for high cost labour markets such as but not limited to New York City and Los Angeles, $15.00-20.75 per hour for all other US locations. 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.View more detail about FOX Benefits.