Fox News Network - Orlando, FL

posted about 2 months ago

Full-time - Mid Level
Orlando, FL
11-50 employees

About the position

The Digital Journalist for LiveNOW at FOX TV Stations is responsible for curating, producing, and hosting live coverage of breaking news and significant events. This role focuses on delivering real-time news coverage across various platforms, ensuring that viewers receive unfiltered and immediate updates on current events. The position requires a dynamic individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and possesses a passion for storytelling and news reporting.

Responsibilities

  • Gather, produce and present original content live, including breaking news and coverage of major news events, on digital, social, streaming and broadcast platforms nationwide.
  • Simultaneously manage content and live video production, including video switching and graphics.
  • Monitor live video feeds, newsgathering tools and social media for the latest information and content.
  • Maintain constant communication with FOX O&O stations as well as other internal and external partners to coordinate receiving video and new information.
  • Stay up-to-date on news and current events.
  • Pitch story ideas and contribute to editorial process.
  • Monitor real-time analytics.
  • Adhere to journalistic standards.
  • Assist in planning.
  • Produce for other Digital Journalists.
  • Other duties assigned as deemed appropriate and necessary.

Requirements

  • 3+ years experience reporting and hosting live news coverage on digital and social platforms preferred.
  • BA/BS degree, preferably in Journalism, Communications or related field.
  • Excellent live communicator with the ability to host continuous coverage over extended periods.
  • Tech-savvy multitasker with strong knowledge of the technical aspects of digital news production, including live streaming and video publishing.
  • Experience operating a TriCaster or similar video production system a plus.
  • Proficient in tools used for web-based newsgathering tools, content creation and monitoring digital analytics.
  • Superior news judgement.
  • Social media expert.
  • Overwhelming attention to detail.
  • Thrive under pressure.
  • Varied hours including weekends and holidays as required.
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