OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox News Media

FOX News Media operates the FOX News Channel (FNC), FOX Business Network (FBN), FOX News Digital, FOX News Audio, FOX News Books, the direct-to-consumer digital streaming services FOX Nation and FOX News International and the newly announced platform FOX Weather. Currently the number one network in all of cable, FNC has also been the most watched television news channel for 20 consecutive years, while FBN currently ranks among the top business channels on cable. Owned by FOX Corporation, FOX News Media reaches 200 million people each month.

JOB DESCRIPTION

FOX News Media is looking for a Freelance Information Specialist with a strong knowledge of current events, as well as a keen interest in politics, public affairs, and business news to join our team for a 1-year engagement. You will work closely with key members of Fox News Media, on the front lines of breaking news, to research context for Fox's record-breaking evening and early-morning shows. Meeting deadlines, editorial awareness, and a deep interest in the news of the day is paramount. 

We are looking for an individual who is flexible, with a remarkable work ethic. You will work closely with Brainroom Information Specialist staff, as well as producers, reporters, and other Fox News Media units to integrate our meticulous coverage throughout all Fox News Media platforms.

This flexible, 3-day-a-week role is a rare launchpad opportunity at America's most-watched news network. 

Applicants should be available to the possibility of working afternoons, evenings, and one weekend day per week.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

Retrieve, analyze, and confirm the facts, statistics, and contacts making headlines

Produce briefing books and news backgrounders for reporters and producers

Assist with the research underpinning special projects and planned events like Congressional hearings, elections, and town halls

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

1-2 years of experience in: a research role; or, strong internships in professional live news, political, or legal environments

Strong knowledge of politics

Passion for research, current events, and business

Ability to juggle multiple assignments under tight deadlines

Openness to working a flexible schedule, including regular weekend hours, evenings, and occasional holidays

Familiarity with Lexis-Nexis, Factiva, Accurint, and strong sourcing

Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment

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 $25.00-32.00 per hour.