fox corporation
traffic & news anchororlando,fl,32801
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orlando, fl, 32801Job Description
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OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY
Fox TV Stations
FOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas, or DMAs, and duopolies in 11 DMAs, including the three largest DMAs (New York, Los Angeles and Chicago). Of these stations, 18 are affiliated with the FOX Network. In addition to distributing sports, entertainment and syndicated content, our television stations collectively produce approximately 1,200 hours of local news every week. These stations leverage viewer, distributor and advertiser demand for the FOX Network's national content.
JOB DESCRIPTION
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Clearly annunciate and delivery news copy using multiple cameras, Teleprompters, IFB's, monitors, and other broadcast equipment as necessary. Use proper pacing, phrasing, grammar, pronunciation and appropriate emotional range.
* Provide clear, logical, meaningful and appropriate presentation of information and ideas in an unscripted and sometimes distracting environment, such as breaking news or ad-lib situations; handle changes in the newscast smoothly.
* Assume leadership role in the newsroom; by writing and editing copy and provide input on story selection; have active and informed participation in news planning and development.
* Process, prioritize and retain information throughout the newscast, whether from scripts, tapes, interviews, computer messaging, or live reports.
* Research and gather facts/information and write clear concise stories using established style guidelines under deadline pressure as needed.
* Research and gather facts/information to conduct interviews with reporters, analysts and guests on a wide-ranging array of topics
* Be active on social media; engage viewers; promote stories in newscasts and on websites.
* Be in place and ready to perform live 10 minutes prior to your on-air appearance.
* Work effectively with news management and newsroom personnel to develop content and production of newscasts.
* Work independently and with minimal oversight to develop and/or evaluate news leads/tips to develop story ideas.
* Enterprise stories; cultivate sources for news stories; consistently bring ideas to daily news meetings.
* Demonstrate knowledge of current local, national, and international events and issues.
* Adhere to all professional broadcast journalism and online journalism standards in regard to legal and ethical issues.
* Act as ambassador for the station to foster public goodwill.
* Adhere to all professional broadcast journalism standards in regard to legal and ethical issues.
* Display and maintain professional appearance, based on newsroom standards, and professional demeanor.
REQUIREMENTS: A minimum of 3+ years' experience working as a reporter and/or anchor in a medium or large market preferred.
EDUCATION:
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.
At FOX, we foster a culture and environment where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. We are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent across our company. We live in a diverse world, with different ideas and different perspectives that come together to spark new ideas and make great things happen. That means reflecting the diversity of the world around us is critical to our company's success. We ensure that our viewers, communities and employees feel heard, represented, and celebrated both on screen and off.
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