Capitol Hill Producer

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Fox News is hiring a Capitol Hill Producer. We are looking for a tenacious newsgatherer to join our Capitol Hill team in the Washington DC Bureau. This proactive, passionate, and self-motivated individual will work with our reporters and producers to break news and advance the network's Congressional coverage.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
• Develop unique sources that allow you the opportunity to break news and stay ahead of the competition
• Provide editorial and logistical guidance to drive our Capitol Hill coverage
• Work closely with Fox News correspondents and producers across all platforms
• Help move stories forward by getting story scoops from lawmakers and having them react to news developments
• Pitch compelling, enterprise stories for television and digital platforms
• Track the latest developments in the various Congressional stories, reach out to contacts, and attend press conferences and events
• Prioritize the events that warrant coverage, taking into consideration available resources and the level of interest in the story

WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field of study is preferred, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of political reporting in a broadcast, print, or digital work environment
• Strong contacts on Capitol Hill, the White House, and federal agencies
• Exceptional editorial judgment and intricate knowledge of Capitol Hill, national, and international politics
• Strong communication and writing skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multitask, and prioritize daily, especially in breaking news situations
• Proficiency in shooting and digitally transmitting video
• Knowledge of the DC area
• Familiarity with the various DC government agencies
• Ability to be a self-starter who can work independently, as well as a team player
• Willingness to work weekends, overnights, early mornings, and late shifts
• Flexibility with last-minute schedule changes
• Familiarity with iNews, Outlook, and Dalet a plus

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Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is: $84,500.00-118,500.00 annually for Washington, DC 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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