OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox TV Stations

FOX Television Stations (FTS) owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations, including stations in 14 of the top 15 markets and duopolies in 11. Eighteen are FOX Network affiliates, and together the stations produce approximately 1,300 hours of local news every week. FOX LOCAL, the company's free ad-supported digital and streaming product, extends that news, weather and local content across connected TV & mobile devices. LiveNOW from FOX expands the FTS portfolio even further as the only national streaming services to be truly live 24/7, covering breaking news and events as they happen.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We're hiring a Senior Producer to join the team behind LiveNOW from FOX, FOX TV Stations’ national live streaming news channel. LiveNOW brings viewers the most relevant and engaging live news coverage occurring right now across the country and the world. We are a team of passionate content creators seamlessly moving between the biggest live events and stories as they happen to keep our viewers informed. LiveNOW is always raw, live, and unfiltered, with limited commentary and no opinion. 

As a Senior Producer, you will serve as an editorial leader for our team and take an active role in boosting the quality of our product while championing the LiveNOW mission. If you describe yourself as a tech-savvy multitasker obsessed with news and producing it differently, this is your opportunity to create compelling content in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

With your guidance, you will help take LiveNOW’s content to the next level!

This position is based in LiveNOW’s West Coast newsroom located in Phoenix, Arizona.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

•  Take a hands-on role in producing relevant, timely, live coverage of breaking news and major news events for all digital platforms.

• Lead editorial decisions and ensure content meets editorial standards while staying on top of current news, events, and industry news.

• Monitor video feeds, social media, and other newsgathering tools for fresh, live content and the latest information. 

• Contribute to coverage plans of major stories and live events to drive viewer engagement.

• Support the development of other producers as you ensure a positive work environment and mentor them. 

• Actively participate in training news staff on all technical, editorial, and presentation aspects of LiveNOW.

• Work closely with LiveNOW leadership to develop and adjust producer workflows as needed. 

• Support LiveNOW’s efforts to cultivate relationships with key players at FTS O&O stations and other internal or external partners.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• 3-5 years of experience leading the planning and producing of live news content, including breaking news on digital, social, and broadcast platforms.

• BA/BS degree preferably in Journalism, Communications or a related field. 

• Strong knowledge of technical aspects of digital news production, including live streaming and video publishing

• Prior experience leading and developing, with a track record of taking ownership to successfully deliver key projects or initiatives. 

• Superior news judgment, strong attention to detail, and impeccable organizational skills.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment under deadline pressures.

• Proficient in social media, SEO, and various tools used for web-based newsgathering, content creation, and digital analytics.

• Varied hours including regular weekend and evening shifts, and holidays as required.

Why Join LiveNOW from FOX?

At LiveNOW, you’ll be part of a team redefining how news is delivered in the digital era. We bring audiences live, unfiltered news and events from around the country in real time—no scripts, no anchors, just the story as it unfolds. With millions of viewers tuning in across multiple platforms, this is your chance to help shape the future of live digital journalism.

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.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $85,000.00-95,000.00 annually. 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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