Freelance Desk Assistant, Assignment Desk
We are looking for a highly motivated, pro-active Freelance Desk Assistant to join our Assignment Desk team at our headquarters in New York City. As a Desk Assistant you have exquisite editorial judgment and will be required to handle multiple breaking news stories in our fast-paced network newsroom environment. Build strong relationships with Assignment Desks at Fox affiliates and other news service partners. Communicate with officials and sources for editorial information. Monitor both traditional & social media for breaking news stories. Identify news video and soundbites for breaking news stories.
Understanding of tapeless workflow in a newsroom
Ability to find breaking news stories and identify where to get the latest editorial information
Willingness and ability to work any shift, any day of the week, including overnights
A passion for current and breaking events
Time Management
social media engagement
Editorial skills
OTT Broadcasting
Data analysis and reporting skills
Verbal communication
written communication
Adaptability
Results-Driven
Detail Oriented and Organized
Process Oriented
According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Freelance Desk Assistant, Assignment Desk in 1211 6th Ave, New York, NY 10036, USA is $37,000 - $50,000 per year. This range may vary depending on the level of experience of the job applicant.
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Fox News is an American pay television news channel. It is owned by the Fox News Group, which itself was owned by News Corporation from 1996–2013, 21st Century Fox from 2013–2019, and Fox Corporation since 2019. The channel broadcasts primarily from studios at 1211 Avenue of the Americas in New York City.
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