Associate Assignment Editor

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 foxweather.com, 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 America’s Weather Team, and we are seeking a confident, highly motivated, and proactive Associate Assignment Editor to join our newsroom. This role is critical in the coordination of real-time weather news coverage across all platforms. You will work closely with our Programming, Content Core & Field teams to coordinate breaking weather events, select compelling live visuals, and support dynamic storytelling as we cover weather news. You are organized, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and inquisitive with both strong logistical skills and a passion for covering weather news . Prior experience pitching, researching, writing, and building editorial elements in a collaborative team setting is key.

You will be offered the following shift:

Saturday-Wednesday, 5:00 AM ET - 2:00 PM ET OR 2:00 PM ET - 11:00 PM ET

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct in-depth research and compile well-rounded reports for our field teams

• Manage daily deadline turnarounds of a live show environment

• Monitor and coordinate contributor feeds and resources

• Handle field team logistics including but not limited to crew resource requests, live hit bookings on FOX Weather, Fox News Media and FOX Affiliates 

• Coordinate with live field teams, technical crews, and the satellite desk to ensure that incoming feeds from weather sources are given priority to secure the most comprehensive coverage

• Communicate with officials and sources for editorial information

• Monitor both traditional and social media for breaking weather news stories

• Pitch unique and interesting guests, stories, and segments

• Help find stunning live visuals to support all platforms, sourcing from third-party sources and UGC 

• Select elements such as sound, video clips, and graphics to help tell a story  

• Build relationships with Assignment Desks at FOX Affiliates and other news service partners across FOX News Media

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

• A bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• Some TV newsgathering, assignment desk, or field production experience.

• Strong editorial judgment and the ability to react quickly to breaking news.

• Ability to solve problems quickly, stay calm under pressure, and adapt rapidly to changing conditions.

• Willingness to work early mornings, late nights, and weekends

• Ability to meet tight deadlines and manage multiple tasks without sacrificing accuracy.

• An interest in meteorology and weather science concepts

• Previous network-level or national newsroom experience

• Familiarity with newsroom systems such as iNews , DALET, or similar editorial tools

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 $67,000.00-80,000.00 annually. 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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