Job Number: R50025887
Brand: Fox News Media
Job Type: News, Production, Digital
Location Type: Hybrid
Experience Level: Entry Level
Location: Washington, District of Columbia
Job Posting Date: June 28, 2024
We are looking for a motivated Digital Production Assistant, Politics to be a part of a groundbreaking online news team for FoxNews.com & FoxBusiness.com. As a Digital Production Assistant, Politics, you can handle a fast-paced environment and are creative, flexible and have a ''can-do'' attitude. You are willing to learn, enjoy collaborating with a team and are eager to advance within the company.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
Story research
Assist editors by pitching stories
Maintain database of contacts and story ideas
Assist reporters, writers, and editors with video editing and blog posts
Coordinate the presentation of still photos as well as montages/collages/photo illustrations and slideshows
Have a creative and sharp eye for producing compelling photo montages and videos that can be used on dotcom and social media platforms
Seek out and identify compelling images from a large selection of wire services, news networks, and content partner content
Create slideshows and videos that capture important and compelling events
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field of study preferred, or equivalent experience
High level of interest in politics, campaigns, and elections
One year working in a daily breaking news environment
Ability to work under deadline pressures with editors and reporters
Willingness and ability to work nights, weekends, and some holidays
Proven creative mind with a great eye for detail
Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Premiere and After Effects
Prior experience working in a CMS preferred
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