Technical Director

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Fox News Media is looking for a Freelance Technical Director to join our team in New York. As the ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­Freelance Technical Director, you will be at the heart of live breaking news. The Freelance Technical Director works on a 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
• Work with graphics department and editorial leads as new shows are developed
• Organize and maintain switcher files, create visual effects, plus build snapshots and macros

WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• Bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience
• Demonstrated technical ability to troubleshoot and understand video workflow throughout FNC, FBN, and Fox Weather
• 3+ years' experience as a control room Technical Director in a live News environment
• Knowledge of switchers, DVE's, Device controllers, and Video Servers is necessary
• Excellent control room demeanor, proven leadership skills, team-first attitude, and the ability to handle pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work weekends and any shift in a 24-hour time period and breaking news environment
• A desire to learn new technologies, processes, and/or procedures as they are implemented
• Knowledge of Sony switchers, Ross switchers, Ross OverDrive, DNF controllers, Nexio servers, and VizRt graphics systems

#LI-DNI

At FOX, we foster a culture and environment where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. We are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent across our company. We live in a diverse world, with different ideas and different perspectives that come together to spark new ideas and make great things happen. That means reflecting the diversity of the world around us is critical to our company's success. We ensure that our viewers, communities and employees feel heard, represented, and celebrated both on screen and off.

Click here to learn more about the diverse communities of people behind our brands.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is: $49.28-66.11 per hour. We provide Freelancers with healthcare 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.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rjw3xb-3-144-212-145-42 in your application.