OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY
Fox News MediaFOX 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.
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are looking for a Freelance Technical Director to join our Fox News family in DC. As a Freelance Technical Director you will be at the heart of live breaking news. We are the team that ensures all visual elements are produced seamlessly in a high-pressure 24/7 news environment.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
Switch fast-paced productions seen throughout the Fox News networks
Offer creative suggestions that enhance show productions
Collaborate with graphic department and editorial leads as new shows are developed
Organize and maintain switcher files, visual effects, and other peripheral devices equipment associated with the TD area
Demonstrate technical ability to troubleshoot and understand video workflow
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
Bachelor's degree in media or related field preferred, or equivalent experience
3 - 5 yrs experience as a control room Technical Director in a live news environment
Knowledge of switchers, DVE's, Device controllers, and Video Server
Excellent control room demeanor, proven leadership skills, team-first attitude, and the ability to handle pressure in a fast-paced environment
Flexibility and willingness to work weekends and any shift in a 24-hour time period and breaking news environment
Desire to learn new technologies, processes, and/or procedures as they are implemented
Strong interest in current events
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 $40.00-50.00 per hour.
