Remote Coordinator

Fox•New York, NY

2d•Remote

About The Position

FOX News Media is seeking a Remote Coordinator for its Resource Operations Center (ROC), which processes inbound and outbound audio and video signals. The coordinator connects IFBs, establishes production bridges, troubleshoots with vendor studios and field crews, quality-controls live shots, and books or changes transmissions between remote studios. The role requires a strong understanding of IFB signal flow, studio equipment, and transmission paths, along with the ability to multitask, troubleshoot, and communicate technical issues across departments in a fast-changing breaking-news environment. The position offers one of two schedules: Tuesday to Saturday, 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. (8-hour shifts), or Wednesday to Saturday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. (10-hour shifts). The pay rate is $32.00–$33.65 per hour, with the final offer dependent on education, skills, experience, and location. The role is eligible for benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits under applicable plan documents. Benefits for union-represented employees follow the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Requirements

Strong understanding of satellite, fiber, IP, and cellular transmissions.
Solid understanding of IFB and studio equipment.
In-depth knowledge of coordinating transmission lines between studios.
Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively within a team.
Ability to multitask in high-pressure situations.
Willingness to work occasional additional hours.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot live audio and video feeds quickly and effectively so they can go on air in a breaking-news environment.
Work with control rooms to ensure live studio guests are ready for air.
Coordinate and troubleshoot with other departments to help reporters and guests make air in a deadline-driven environment.
Book transmission lines between studios and communicate changes to the appropriate departments.
Connect IFBs and establish production bridges.
Troubleshoot with vendor studios and field crews.
Quality-control live shots.
Book or change transmissions between remote studios.