Production Assistant, FOX Weather

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY Fox Weather FOX Weather is a 24/7 ad-supported streaming service operated by FOX News Media. Launched in October 2021, the platform builds upon FOX News Channel’s expansive newsgathering units & FOX Television Stations’ added resources with a combined 120 meteorologists for a comprehensive suite of weather products featuring local, regional and national reporting, in addition to live programming. Utilizing multiple radar systems, including an immersive mobile 3D radar, and more than 100,000 HD cameras located around the country, the service offers users an innovative approach to forecasting, including coverage surrounding all weather patterns, from immediate to long-term. FOX Weather is available via , the FOX Weather app on IOS and Android devices, as well as Tubi, Apple TV, Amazon, and Roku, through FOX’s Connected TV Apps. JOB DESCRIPTION Fox Weather is looking for a Production Assistant to join the team in New York. The perfect candidate has great communication skills, loves to learn, and is an A+ team player. You thrive in a fast-paced environment that is constantly changing. You will pitch stories, compile research, coordinate video and graphic elements, and provide support to other show team members and on-air meteorologists as requested. You will contribute to our social media strategy and be involved in efforts to source the best user-generated content for our coverage. A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES Attend show team meetings and assist production team in visual showcasing of weather news stories Quickly identify and clear on-brand, compelling user-generated content from multiple sources including social media Ingest and cut best video and sound bites from approved video sources (Storyful, Newsource, etc) and Fox-affiliated TV stations Write timely and accurate video graphics with minimal error Use Adobe Premiere to accurately burn graphics onto video with minimal error Communicate with reporters and production team to manage all reporter elements, including cutting and producing looklive packages Stay up to date on network priorities and latest forecast information WHAT YOU WILL NEED Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field, or equivalent experience Previous internship or job experience in related roles Passion for weather or experience specializing in weather, a plus Basic video editing experience Ability to meet tight deadlines and handle multiple tasks effectively, especially during breaking news Proficiency with social media #LI-KC1 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 $22.00-27.65 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. View more detail about FOX Benefits.