Multi-Platform Producer

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<strong>Overview Of The Company<br><br></strong>Fox TV Stations<br><br>FOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas, or DMAs, and duopolies in 11 DMAs, including the three largest DMAs (New York, Los Angeles and Chicago). Of these stations, 18 are affiliated with the FOX Network. In addition to distributing sports, entertainment and syndicated content, our television stations collectively produce approximately 1,200 hours of local news every week. These stations leverage viewer, distributor and advertiser demand for the FOX Network’s national content.<br><br><strong>Job Description<br><br></strong>Join the dynamic team at KTVU FOX 2 and Fox Local, the Bay Area's leading source for news and information! We're on the lookout for passionate individuals who value journalism and aspire to contribute to our top-tier reporting, both on-screen and behind the scenes, across broadcast and streaming platforms. Be part of a winning team with a diverse culture that believes in supporting, mentoring, and training our staff. We are searching for a curious, creative and competitive Multi-Platform Producer who is ready to help launch an innovative multi-platform show and take charge of the station’s streaming platform. As part of our total compensation benefits package, we offer comprehensive medical plans, three weeks’ vacation, 401k, tuition reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program, to name a few.<br><br><strong>What You’ll Do:<br><br></strong>The Multi-Platform Producer will have curiosity for their community and the world around them; be creative in developing unique and engaging content for our broadcast, streaming and digital platforms; and be competitive in monitoring other media, challenging themselves to be different and working to continually elevate KTVU and FOX Local coverage.<br><br><ul><li>Conceptualize and launch a new multi-platform news show, selecting timely and engaging content and showcasing live pictures from around the globe. </li><li>Prioritize breaking news, live events and adapt to a fast-paced, quickly changing, live production environment in a professional manner. </li><li>Work seamlessly with show hosts to book guests, prepare recorded interviews and segments. </li><li>Think creatively and critically about contemporary content, production techniques and how to reach streaming viewers. </li><li>Contribute ideas daily and recognize what types of stories would make for interesting and compelling television and streaming content. </li><li>Manage the station’s stream schedule and program content including live shows, video podcasts and taped episodes in consultation with station management. </li><li>Be a champion for the station’s streamed programming, helping to lead a shift in culture toward streaming. </li><li>Establish and maintain harmonious relationships with peers and supervisors and develop contacts to aid in newsgathering. </li><li>Possess a desire to innovate, experiment and adapt to the rapidly evolving streaming environment. </li><li>Be enterprising and self-motivated and able to work independently to develop news content, streaming shows, specials or other assignments. Other duties assigned as deemed appropriate and necessary. </li><li>Demonstrate a thorough understanding of all journalistic standards and production techniques used to create visual and compelling on-air and online content. <br><br></li></ul><strong>What You’ll Bring:<br><br></strong>High school diploma is required; 4-year College degree is preferred. Candidates should have experience with content creation and streamed programming. Knowledge of VMix, TVU, and iNews is preferred. A strong technical understanding of new technology is also required. Excellent communication and leadership skills are required.<br><br><em>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.<br><br></em>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 $105,000.00-108,000.00 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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