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Fox News Media is hiring: Freelance Studio Technician in Los Angeles

Fox News Media · Los Angeles, CA, USA ·

Pay:
$30-$40/hr
Job type:
Freelance

Job Posting

Fox 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

FOX News is hiring a Freelance Studio Technician to join the Broadcast Engineering division of the Los Angeles Bureau. This team designs, implements, and maintains systems that support the LA operation and minimize interruptions to workflow. In this role, you will support facility operations, operate and maintain broadcast studios, and provide on-site technical support to editorial staff. You must be available to work either 1:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. or 7:00 p.m.–3:00 a.m., with flexibility to work weekends and between both shifts as needed.
A Snapshot Of Your Responsibilities
Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot broadcast studio systems and equipment
Provide on-site technical support to editorial staff
Create and modify facility system schematics using AutoCAD and Lucidchart
Analyze facility systems and recommend improvements to workflow and efficiency
Troubleshoot computer, printer, electrical circuit, and field equipment issues
Diagnose equipment failures and support overall facility operations
What You Will Need
Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent experience
2+ years of relevant technical experience, or an equivalent combination of skills and demonstrated experience
Schematic diagram creation and modification using AutoDesk AutoCAD and LucidChart
Strong problem-solving skills
Adobe Premiere and Photoshop experience is preferred
Experience using 3D design software for the purpose of printing broadcast parts is a plus
Must be able to move and carry industry equipment; frequent movement between two floor levels is required
Flexibility to work either scheduled shift, weekends, and varying hours as needed
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 $30.00-40.00 per hour.