Line Producer, The Faulkner Focus

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field of study preferred, or equivalent experience
• Newsroom experience and producing / line producing a television newscast
• Experience overseeing teams of writers, APs, assignment editors, and producers
• Knowledge and enthusiasm for current events and politics
• Proven track record of leadership and newscast rating growth
• Excellent organizational and managerial skills as well as the ability to create an environment that fosters teamwork
• Decisive and skilled management of a control room
• Exceptional editorial skills: ability to recognize stories with high potential for compelling television
• Detail-oriented and able to work under pressure and meet multiple daily deadlines
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OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY Fox News Media FOX News Media operates the FOX News Channel (FNC), FOX Business Network (FBN), FOX News Digital, FOX News Audio, FOX News Books, the direct-to-consumer digital streaming services FOX Nation and FOX News International and the newly announced platform FOX Weather. Currently the number one network in all of cable, FNC has also been the most watched television news channel for 20 consecutive years, while FBN currently ranks among the top business channels on cable. Owned by FOX Corporation, FOX News Media reaches 200 million people each month. JOB DESCRIPTION The Faulkner Focus is looking for a highly motivated, dynamic, and proven Line Producer to join the leadership team of one of the top-rated cable news programs in the country. As the Line Producer, you will help oversee the planning and execution of our daytime news program. You must have excellent editorial judgment, managerial skills, and breaking news experience. An understanding of national politics and interest in general news is required. You'll have an important voice in assigning reporters and pitching compelling guest segments. You should be forward-thinking and know how to plan news around upcoming news events and react to breaking news both ahead of the show and in the control room. A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES Participate in editorial decisions for content for the show - day of and future Be creative in finding and producing elements (sound and graphics) to best tell a story Assist in copyediting scripts before air Daily story pitches for the next day's program Participate in special projects/coverage involving the program Set the editorial and production standards and provide leadership in the newsroom Manage, mentor, and collaborate with show staff, including bookers, writers, APs, and PA's Look ahead and help to plan coverage Ability to handle breaking news Cooperate and communicate with anchors and producing team to make sure they are receiving the necessary research and elements

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