Studio Technician

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox TV Stations

FOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas, or DMAs, and duopolies in 11 DMAs, including the three largest DMAs (New York, Los Angeles and Chicago). Of these stations, 18 are affiliated with the FOX Network. In addition to distributing sports, entertainment and syndicated content, our television stations collectively produce approximately 1,200 hours of local news every week. These stations leverage viewer, distributor and advertiser demand for the FOX Network’s national content.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a dynamic and flexible Freelance Studio Technician to join our team. This part-time position involves performing essential duties on the studio floor during live broadcasts and recorded production sessions. The schedule varies from week to week, offering a unique opportunity to work in a fast-paced and exciting newscast environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Serve as a floor director during live and pre-taped broadcasts.

• Read and follow rundowns, adapting to changes as they occur.

• Communicate with talent and facilitate blocking movements and camera shot setup.

• Operate studio ETC lighting console, JIB camera, Vinten robotic camera pedestals, and other equipment.

• Load and operate the teleprompter.

• Expect varied shifts, vacation coverage, overtime, weekends, and holidays.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required; a degree from a university or college is a plus.

• Five years of experience in a television station, with at least two years working as part of the crew for a live newscast.

• Steadicam experience is a plus.

• Schedule flexibility and an interest in learning in the newscast environment.

• Solid foundational computer skills.

• Ability to perform duties under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

• Good oral and written communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

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.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $12.00-15.00 per hour. We provide medical/dental/vision insurance and 401k after they meet eligibility criteria and any State required time-off, in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.