Per Diem News/WX Reporter

OVERVIEW

OF THE COMPANY Fox TV Stations FOX Television Stations (FTS) owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations, including stations in 14 of the top 15 markets and duopolies in 11. Eighteen are FOX Network affiliates, and together the stations produce approximately 1,300 hours of local news every week. FOX LOCAL, the company's free ad-supported digital and streaming product, extends that news, weather and local content across connected TV & mobile devices. LiveNOW from FOX expands the FTS portfolio even further as the only national streaming services to be truly live 24/7, covering breaking news and events as they happen. JOB DESCRIPTION Come join Southern California’s news leader, KTTV FOX 11 Los Angeles and FOX Local! We are seeking dynamic, adaptable individuals who have a passion for journalism and thrive in front of the camera and behind the scenes on broadcast, live hosting, and streaming platforms. We are currently searching for a per diem Reporter with strong editorial, live interview, and storytelling capabilities. Experience in weather presentation is preferred. Be part of a winning team in the heart of Los Angeles with a diverse culture that believes in supporting, mentoring, and training our staff.

Duties and Responsibilities

Successful candidates are versatile newsroom professionals who are curious about the Los Angeles community; creative in sourcing and producing engaging content; and skilled at seamlessly transitioning between field reporting, anchoring/hosting, and ideally, weather forecasting. Stay at the frontline of breaking news situations, delivering real-time reporting from the field and studio.

Independently pitch, research, write, and produce compelling video and text content tailored for live TV, Connected TV, social media, and streaming apps. Fill-in as an on-air presenter, live streamer, and host for news stories, field interviews, and studio segments across all broadcast, streaming, and digital platforms.

Fill-in delivering accurate, accessible weather presentations and forecasts during live broadcasts and digital streams, translating complex weather data into clear information for viewers. Lead engaging live interviews and host long-form streaming segments with confidence, conversational flair, and strong audience connection.

Maintain an active, professional social media presence that aligns with the FOX 11 brand and drives audience engagement. Collaborate with newsroom producers, photographers, and digital teams to adapt content for diverse dayparts and platforms. Travel across the greater Los Angeles area for field reporting, hosting, and weather hits as assigned.

Perform other newsroom duties as assigned. Minimum Requirements: Deep familiarity with Southern California, its diverse neighborhoods, traffic patterns, and microclimates is highly favorable. High school diploma required; 4-year college degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field preferred. 3 to 5 years of professional experience in fast-paced television or digital news, including live reporting, hosting, interviewing, and weather presentation.

Strong on-air presence with dynamic live interviewing and hosting skills. Proven ability to interpret and present weather graphics and forecasts clearly on air. Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills under deadline pressure. 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 $52.67 per hour.