Field Producer, Chicago Bureau
OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY
Fox Business Network FOX Business Network (FBN) is a financial news channel delivering real-time information across all platforms that impact both Main Street and Wall Street. Headquartered in New York — the business capital of the world — FBN launched in October 2007 and currently ranks among the top business channels on television. The network is available in nearly 60 million homes in all markets across the United States. Owned by FOX Corporation, FBN is a unit of FOX News Media and has bureaus in Chicago, Los Angeles, and Washington, D.C.JOB DESCRIPTION
FOX Business is looking for a seasoned Field Producer to join our team in the Chicago Bureau. The ideal candidate is a business news junkie who has excellent newsgathering skills and a network of strong contacts. The Field Producer will use their editorial skills to follow leads, break news, and pitch original stories. You are a proactive, passionate, and self-motivated individual who can collaborate with our producers and reporters to advance the network’s coverage on all platforms.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
Produce reporter live shots and packages in the Chicago Bureau and on-location
Travel domestically and internationally to cover breaking news, often at the last minute for extended periods
Pitch and develop original story ideas
Assist reporters in gathering elements for television and online coverage
Write articles to be published on FOXBusiness.com
Handle all newsgathering logistics: book travel, book field crews
Coordinate all aspects of production: book and conduct interviews, write scripts, order graphics, and produce live shots
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
A Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field of study preferred, or equivalent experience
3+ years experience as a reporter, writer, producer, and/or editor at a news organization
Extensive field production experience
Strong research and writing skills
Demonstrated communication skills to work with correspondents and photographers in the field
Strong local contacts
A passion for business and current events
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize daily, especially in a breaking news situation
Production experience in breaking news and feature reporting
Willingness to travel and work long hours, including weekends with short notice
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