Relief Technician

Fox Corporation • Southfield, MI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Relief Technician to join our team on a temporary, per diem basis to provide flexible operational assistance and shift coverage for live control room and master control operations. In this role, you will operate production automation systems and control room equipment to deliver error-free live newscasts, sports events, local productions, and daily on-air commercial transmission. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and excels at executing rapid, real-time direction from news, sports, and traffic teams.

Requirements

• 3–4 years of operational experience in a medium to major market broadcast environment.
• Associate degree or equivalent hands-on broadcast experience required; Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Telecommunications, or a related field preferred.
• Available to work on a temporary, per diem basis to assist with short-term coverage, planned leave, breaking news, weekends, or holidays as needed.
• Proven proficiency with Sony ELC, Evertz Mediator (or equivalent automation/playout systems), and standard live control room hardware.
• Exceptional ability to maintain composure and perform reliably under high-stress, live-air conditions.
• Must hold a valid driver's license and be able to safely lift up to 50 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Telecommunications, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate high proficiency in operating Sony ELC production automation systems and Evertz Mediator (or comparable master control playout platforms).
• Operate production equipment for daily live newscasts, maintaining close collaboration with News Directors and Producers to carry out fast-paced directional changes.
• Execute live and taped local sports and public affairs productions under the direction of local production teams.
• Manage automated transmission operations to integrate commercial content with live programming, coordinating with Sales, Traffic, and centralized Hub personnel.
• Monitor on-air signals and equipment status to ensure consistent, high-quality broadcast execution.
• Perform additional operational duties as assigned by leadership.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree