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Production Assistant / Administrative Assistant
21st Century Fox
New York, NY, United States
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OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANYFox Business Network
FOX Business Network (FBN) is a financial news channel delivering real-time information across all platforms that impact both Main Street and Wall Street. Headquartered in New York—the business capital of the world—FBN launched in October 2007 and is available in more than 80 million homes in major markets across the United States. Owned by 21st Century Fox, the network has bureaus in Chicago, Los Angeles, Washington, DC and London.
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are looking for a passionate, highly motivated, pro-active, and energetic Production Assistant/Administrative Assistant. In this role you will provide high-level administrative and editorial support, including calendar management and organization. You are a team player with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn. You have a great communication skills. You are comfortable working under tight deadlines in a fast- paced environment for live TV. You are someone who is a quick learner. You have an interest in news and would like to pursue a career in the television news business.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
• Managing complex schedules, show activities and travel
• Liaison with other show teams
• Research and compile pre-interview/ research packets
• Pitch story ideas
• Facilitate graphic and video elements for the show
• Help show with presence on social media
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• Bachelor’s degree is preferred
• Basic knowledge of newsroom functions
• Familiarity with digital editing platforms, such as Ardome and iNews
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong social media skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask
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.