5+ years' experience directing live television news & specials
Proficiency in both conventional and automation directing
Know-how to work seamlessly with producers, on air talent, and technical staff
Good instincts, creative ideas, strong visual ability and understand when to take risks
Leadership capabilities and exceptional ability to stay calm under intense and constant pressure
Strong analytical and technical skills
Flexibility to work all shifts in a 24/7/365 breaking news environment
Solid knowledge of current events and news of the day
Technical director skills are a significant plus
Demo reel and director track should be available upon request .
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 $65.00-70.00 per hour.
Benefits
Vision insurance
Additional Information
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
We are looking for a Freelance Director to join our Fox News family in Washington, D.C. You will be an integral part of the number one News network in America. As the Show Director, you plan and direct live and live-to-tape news programs and special events. You also work closely with producers to grow and develop show concepts. We're looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, breaking news control room environment and can anticipate the needs of the editorial team to execute effectively.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
Plan and direct live and live-to-tape news programs and special events
Consult the producing team to improve the overall quality of the show
Work with the control room team to execute a high-quality show
Collaborate with the team to plan, block, and launch new show concepts
Thrive in a highly competitive environment and want to always win
Fox · Washington, DC