**Who this is for** This role is for a technically inclined individual who enjoys the hands-on, high-stress reality of television field engineering and is comfo
Work type: onsite
Location: New York, New York, USA
Salary: $29 – $32/hr
Type: Full-time
**Who this is for** This role is for a technically inclined individual who enjoys the hands-on, high-stress reality of television field engineering and is comfortable maintaining complex A/V equipment in the field. **Key highlights** You will be a vital part of the news production cycle, responsible for driving studio vans, setting up satellite transmissions, and troubleshooting technical issues to ensure seamless live broadcasts for primetime news programs. **You might be a good fit if you...** - Have 3 years of field newsgathering experience, including proficiency with LiveU and ENG field lighting. - Possess basic knowledge of computer networking (Mac/PC) and a clean driving record. - Have the ability to work under pressure and handle the physical demands of field setup and last-minute travel. - Are available to work flexible shifts, including weekends and overtime, to support a 24-hour news cycle.
OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY
Fox News Media
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 Media is looking for a Remote Operations Technician to work with our field operations, production, and field engineering staff. You will be responsible for driving the studio van, setting up and transmitting live shots for breaking news and/or scheduled hits for our primetime and anchored shows. Additionally, you will be trained to operate our satellite truck and A/V equipment we use in field engineering. The Remote Operations Technician should have a strong understanding of fast-paced, live television news events and working alongside guests and contributors who are live on TV.
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