Freelance Producer, FOX Nation

About the role

Fox Nation is seeking a dynamic, experienced freelance long-form Producer. We are looking for a self-starter with excellent editorial skills that can create compelling "true crime" content for the FOX audience!

Responsibilities

• Research stories, write scripts, shoot in the field, obtain archival video, and manage rights and clearances
• Write narrative scripts for projects ranging from 15 minutes to one hour in length
• Coordinate with other departments throughout Fox such as legal, finance, graphics, marketing, field production, and media relations
• Book guests and conduct both on and off-camera interviews
• Collaborate with staff and freelance field crews to shoot interviews and additional footage
• Work with editors to turn the raw footage into a completed and polished program

Qualifications

• Writing and producing experience at a legitimate news organization, production company, or documentary company
• Excellent writing and storytelling skills – ability to write, edit, proof-read, and fact-check quality scripts
• Ability to travel when required
• Excellent communication and mentoring skills
• Strong strategic thinking and decision-making
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced creative environment, working both independently and as a part of a team
• Ability to think creatively and develop new and interesting approaches to storytelling

Preferred qualifications

• Experience with true crime and investigative programming preferred
• Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field of study preferred, or equivalent experience

Pay

$40.00–50.00 per hour, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location.

Benefits

This role is 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.