Digital Production Assistant, Breaking​/Trending News - PM

Location: New York

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
 Fox News Digital is looking for a full-time Digital Production Assistant to join the team! You will have the opportunity to be part of a growing team that writes, produces, and optimizes news content for  and  We’re looking for a strong communicator and multitasker who can thrive under pressure, manage multiple assignments, and contribute to one of the most high-profile newsrooms in digital media.
 A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
 Producing multiple assigned multimedia articles and wires a day in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
 Obtaining, shooting and editing videos, photos and other imagery
 Conducting background research on individuals and topics relevant to breaking news coverage
 Supporting high-profile breaking news coverage through multimedia production for digital stories and live blogs
 Reaching out to external sources via phone and social media to verify information and gather content
 Contributing to original written content as needed
 Acting as a point of contact for reporters, writers, and editors to support multimedia production needs
 Adhering to detailed SEO requirements
 Incorporating edits from supervisors
 Creating engaging online quizzes tied to trending or high-interest news topics
 Managing multiple assignments across a wide range of topics

 WHAT YOU WILL NEED
 A track record of great writing, preferably involving reporting and research
 Proven ability to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced news environment
 Ability to anticipate the needs of writers, reporters and editors and proactively support content production
 Willingness and ability to work weekends and some holidays
 Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field of study preferred, or equivalent experience

Experience with SEO, working in a CMS (Word Press preferred) and Photoshop is preferred
 Familiarity with Associated Press style
 Curiosity, adaptability and a willingness to learn new tools and skills
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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 $ per hour. 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.
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