FOX News Media CEO Suzanne Scott and President Jay Wallace recognized outstanding employees for their contributions, including the late Joe Rosta, a 26-year veteran, and honored the Lighting Department as Innovator of the Year.
FOX News Media celebrated its annual tradition of recognizing employee excellence with the 2023 Spotlight Awards, honoring team members who went above and beyond in their roles. CEO Suzanne Scott and President Jay Wallace hosted an intimate luncheon in midtown Manhattan to acknowledge the contributions of outstanding individuals and teams.
The Innovator of the Year award was bestowed upon the FOX News Media Lighting Department, a testament to their exceptional work in enhancing the visual presentation of the network's content. The late Joe Rosta, a 26-year veteran who tragically passed away last year, was remembered and honored by his colleagues, with Director of Lighting Chris Bazzoni paying tribute to his unwavering dedication and friendship.
FOX News Media Honors Team Excellence with 2023 Spotlight Awards
Three Unsung Hero Awards recognized employees who excel behind the scenes: Nick Lontine, supervisor of media production's Real Time Graphics team; Viktoria Ristanovic, editorial coordinator and executive assistant; and Samantha Cosme, production manager. Each of these individuals plays a vital role in maintaining the smooth operation and success of FOX News Media.
The Rising Stars Award celebrated entry-level employees who have demonstrated exceptional work ethic and growth: James Sun, Media Production Group daily artist; Karina Legarda, remote coordinator; and Kyle Thomas, remote coordinator. These individuals are seen as rising stars within the organization, with bright futures ahead of them.
FOX News Media Honors Team Excellence with 2023 Spotlight Awards
Vivian Leung, executive producer, received the Community Service Award for her unwavering commitment to raising awareness about domestic violence. She has dedicated countless hours to helping victims and advocating for their well-being.
The Inclusion Ambassador of the Year Award recognized Patricia Peart, vice president of weekend booking, and Bob Bicknell, FOX Weather senior producer, for their efforts in promoting diversity and inclusion within FOX News Media. They have actively engaged in initiatives to create a welcoming and supportive workplace for all employees.
FOX News Media Honors Team Excellence with 2023 Spotlight Awards
"The Five" co-host Judge Jeanine Pirro presented the Innovator of the Year award to the Lighting Department, recognizing their ability to create "miracles" through their exceptional lighting techniques. The department members remembered their colleague Joe Rosta and shared heartwarming anecdotes about his contributions.
FOX News Channel's chief religion correspondent, Lauren Green, presented the Impact Award to Lissa Kaplan, senior coordinating producer in the New York bureau. Kaplan's dedication to maintaining the network's exceptional coverage in the Middle East earned her the recognition.
FOX News Media Honors Team Excellence with 2023 Spotlight Awards
Hanna Panreck of FOX News Digital contributed to this report, highlighting the remarkable achievements of the Spotlight Award winners and their significant contributions to the success of FOX News Media.
