Associate Producer, 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 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

We’re looking for an Associate Producer to join the FOX Weather team in NY.  As an Associate Producer, you will pitch stories, compile research, coordinate video and graphic elements, and work hands-on with our on-air meteorologists. You will contribute to our social media presence, as well as identify compelling user-generated content. The Associate Producer has strong production skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, breaking news environment.  

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Pitch daily story ideas ranging from breaking weather events to feature stories and trend-driven coverage

• Assist in producing live and taped segments for FOX Weather programming

• Find the best sound bites, video, and graphics to build the most informative and compelling segments

• Write banners and teases, edit video, and occasionally assist with guest booking while reacting quickly to breaking news

• Quickly identify and verify strong user-generated content from multiple sources for use across FOX Weather platforms

• Collaborate closely with meteorologists, producers, and the digital team to support coverage across broadcast and social channels

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field of study preferred, or equivalent experience

• Production experience in a newsroom or live production environment

• Passion for weather and storytelling; weather experience is a plus

• Experience with broadcast weather display systems is a bonus

• Familiarity with live control room operations

• Strong writing and segment-producing skills

• Ability to multitask, meet tight deadlines, and adapt quickly during breaking news

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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 $67,000.00-75,000.00 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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