Job Number: R50026648
Brand: Fox News Media
Job Type: News, Operations, Production
Location Type: Onsite
Experience Level: Experienced Hires
Location: Miami, Florida
Job Posting Date: September 3, 2024
Fox News is currently seeking a Satellite and Field Technician to join the Miami Bureau team. The Satellite and Field Technician will collaborate with field operations, production, and engineering teams during breaking news coverage and scheduled events.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage both uplink and downlink satellite feeds as well as fiber transmissions
Coordinate Electronic News Gathering (ENG) live shots and multi-camera productions
Technical and mechanical upkeep of Satellite News Gathering Vehicles (SNVs)
Operations and maintenance tasks specific to the Miami Bureau
Collaborate with teams on large-scale field productions
Operate various SNVs across our network for emergent news situations
Drive company and rental vehicles responsibly
Travel on short notice for urgent news developments
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
3+ years in newsgathering or field engineering
Knowledge of lighting, fiber-optic systems, routers, and satellite transmission gear
Proficiency with computers and basic networking principles
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a high-pressure news environment
A clean driving record is a must, and a commercial driver’s license is favored
Openness to being trained to operate larger vehicles
Capability of lifting heavy equipment
Valid passport for international travel assignments
Flexibility to work a variety of non-traditional shifts which may include overtime and weekends to match a 24-hour news cycle
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