Freelance Studio/Field Technician
About The Position
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. Fox News is looking for a dedicated and experienced Freelance Field/Studio Technician for a remote anchor studio based in the Washington DC area. As the Freelance Field/Studio Technician, you will play a vital role in assisting with transmission and technical aspects at a remote studio location where some of our programming originates. You will be asked to report on-site to a remote studio location 2-3 days a week, from 4 pm - 8:30 pm and occasionally for early pre-tape shifts as needed. You must be based in the Washington DC area.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in communications is preferred, or equivalent experience
- Relevant work experience
- 3+ years of technical experience
- Ability to work under pressure, be decisive, detail-oriented, and meet deadlines
- Ability to work with high-profile talent
- Work well as part of a team
Responsibilities
- Coordinate transmission with NYC Tech Managers, Satellite Desk, and Transmission
- Troubleshoot all technical issues on location with show teams in the field and back in NY
- Troubleshoot all technical issues on location with New York City Tech Manager
- Mic and IFB guests as needed
- Stage Manage LIVE shows as needed
- Assist Anchor/Field Producer as requested
