OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY
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 been the most watched television news channel for 20 consecutive years. FBN 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 is seeking a Freelance Field Photographer to cover breaking news and planned events across the US and internationally. You will collaborate with a team of field photographers, technical crews, satellite truck operators, engineers, field producers, and reporters.
The ideal candidate must be comfortable working solo during breaking news and capable of handling protests, uprisings, political gatherings, and conflicts in hostile regions using traditional ENG cameras. Proficiency in large-scale productions with multi-camera setups, including cinematic cameras and lighting, is required.
Willingness to travel extensively and deploy on short notice to support a 24-hour news cycle is essential.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Deep knowledge of Panasonic & Sony ENG cameras and file workflow operations
- Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment
- Lead multi-camera assignments
- Handle full-frame camera assignments
- Configure audio for single and multiple camera setups
- Operate FTP, LiveU, BGAN systems
- Manage satellite, microwave, fiber, and truck transmissions
- Drive company-owned and rental vehicles safely
- Travel extensively on short notice for breaking news
- Work nonstandard hours, including overtime and weekends
- Edit videos using Adobe Premiere
REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum 5 years of professional field experience
- Strong lighting skills and experience with long-format shoots
- Ability to work under high stress in breaking news situations
- Versatility to work in the bureau, shoot, edit, and operate satellite trucks as needed
- Willingness to travel and deploy at short notice
- Knowledge of field audio mixers and ability to manage audio for multiple cameras
- Proficiency in mixing live remote feeds with IFB communication
- Experience with video photography and non-linear editing
- Knowledge of lighting techniques and streaming technologies
- Willingness to be trained on satellite camera crew vehicles
- Valid Driver's License and Passport, with a clean driving record
- Own a camera package (details provided during interview)
- Flexible schedule for 24-hour news coverage, including overtime and weekends
- Willingness to travel last minute frequently
- Drone experience, Part 107 certification, or CDL is a plus
We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. We also consider applicants with criminal histories in accordance with applicable laws.
Pay rate for this role ranges from $35.00 to $48.00 per hour, depending on education, skills, experience, and location.