Managing Editor, Entertainment - Fox News Digital

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 Digital is seeking a Managing Editor of Entertainment to grow entertainment coverage across FoxNews.com.  This is a data-driven leadership role that requires sharp editorial judgment, deep familiarity with the Fox News brand, and a proven ability to deliver stories that resonate with our audience. Coverage spans celebrities, scandals, crimes, courts, lawsuits, real estate, royals, country music, and cultural trends both inside and outside Hollywood.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the Entertainment vertical 

• Manage and mentor editors to deliver compelling stories

• Drive breaking news coverage

• Lead editorial strategy for original and exclusive content

• Plan coverage around major events and shows (awards, festivals, premieres, cultural moments)

• Identify areas of opportunity for original reporting inside and outside Hollywood

• Strategize plan for staff to develop broad sources

• Innovate by integrating AI systems (ChatGPT and other emerging tools) into editorial workflows

• Use data (Chartbeat, Google Analytics, SEO insights) to inform editorial strategy and allocate resources effectively

• Participate in high-level strategic conversations around content, growth, and audience development

• Ensure the team optimizes headlines, story framing, and content distribution based on performance metrics

• Collaborate with Audience Development and Social Media teams to expand reach and engagement

• Collaborate with Photo Department to deliver compelling visual content, including purchasing photos and assigning photographers to notable events

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

• 7+ years of newsroom experience, with at least 3 years in editorial management

• Strong knowledge of the Fox News brand and the celebrities, stories, and cultural topics that engage its audience

• Proven track record overseeing entertainment coverage that includes breaking news, courts, trials, as well as exclusives and enterprise reporting

• Demonstrated ability to lead with a data-first mindset, using analytics and SEO to grow audience and engagement

• Proficiency in analytics platforms (Chartbeat, Google Analytics) and SEO strategy

• Experience utilizing AI tools to improve editorial processes

• Strong leadership and organizational skills

• Possess a competitive spirit in a fast paced, high pressure newsroom

• Embrace an on-call mentality and be prepared to work outside of shift in emergency or breaking news 

• Eager to network out of the office to build sources 

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 $167,000.00-215,000.00 annually. This role is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, 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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