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Fox News Channel is looking for a talented freelance production assistant to join its recently expanded top-rated primetime program, The Big Weekend Show. As a freelance production assistant, you thrive in a high-volume, collaborative, fast-paced environment and can complete tasks with minimal errors. If you have a passion for politics, current events and pop culture and are looking for a role to kick-start your career, this is a great opportunity to learn the ropes and grow within the company.

This role is entirely on-site, and the schedule is Wednesday – Sunday.

A snapshot of your responsibilities
• As a Freelance Production Assistant, you will thrive in a high-volume, fast-paced environment and can complete tasks with minimal errors
• Create and edit attractive videos and graphics
• Assist producers with leads, teasers, and clips, including picking, pulling, and cutting VO/SOTs
• Coordinating correspondent visits
• Assist in managing and supervising graphic elements during presentation in the control room during a live broadcast
• Pitch stories for today’s news and future sectors
• Book guests during breaking news situations
• Learn how to put together research packages and produce slides

What you will need
• Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field of study preferred, or equivalent experience
• Experience using Dalet
• Familiarity with iNews and VIZ and understanding of the construction of program summaries
• News broadcast experience
• A passion for political news, current events and popular culture
• Strong administrative and organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Strong news and editorial judgment, especially during breaking news

Per state and local wage disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $17.79-22.00 per hour.