News Assistant - Perdiem Position

FOX Television Stations

New York, United States
$21.85-$24.58 ph
Coordinate clips between teams
Assemble scripts for anchors
Research news archives
The News Assistant will be responsible for coordinating clips between writers, producers, and editors for packages, stories, and show teases

Job Summary

  • The News Assistant will be responsible for coordinating clips between writers, producers, and editors for packages, stories, and show teases.
  • Responsibilities include assembling scripts for anchors, assisting the assignment desk with news gathering, and researching news archives for footage requests and b-roll.
  • The role requires joining the WGA East union and offers a pay range of $21.85-$24.58 per hour.

Matching Summary

The News Assistant will be responsible for coordinating clips between writers, producers, and editors for packages, stories, and show teases.

Salary

$21.85-$24.58 per hour

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Coordinate clips between teams
  • Assemble scripts for anchors
  • Research news archives
  • Desktop editing
  • Coordinate video edits

Nice-to-have

  • Exceptional team player
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Great attitude
  • Organizational skills

Key Requirements

  • 1-3 years prior major market experience
  • Assignment editor experience
  • Story set-up experience
  • Willing to work overnights
  • Flexible with hours and days
  • Required to join WGA East union

Work Rights

Not specified

Tailored Resume

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