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 DESCRIPTIONFOX News is on the hunt for a stellar Broadcast Production Engineer to work in our Washington DC bureau. This role involves providing support and routine compliance for our substantial media and broadcast systems within a competitive, live, 24/7 news environment. As a cornerstone of our Production Engineering team, within the Broadcast and Media Technology group, you'll coordinate with various engineering teams, providing support to IT groups/helpdesk, broadcast production, technical operation personnel, and network operations aggregations.
As our ideal candidate, you are enthused about broadcast engineering/IT and comfortable acclimating to evolving media technologies, concepts, and trends such as Media over IP, Cloud Computing, and Radio Workflows.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
Support infrastructure for on-air broadcast production systems
Oversee studio operations including video walls, video processing systems, and cameras
Supervise live control room production systems and subsystems
Handle infrastructure systems like routers, intercom, monitoring, KVM, audio suites, and live production-related equipment
Provide maintenance and support for off-site remote locations including the White House, Capitol Hill, etc.
Address, communicate, manage, and track technical issues in a live 24/7 production environment
Perform maintenance of subsystems including software and hardware updates, modifications, and replacements as warranted
Develop and retain process benchmarks for deployment and support documentation for operations
Collaborate on a team that works hands-on with the latest generation of production systems and technologies
Work on complex audio processing tasks and Audio-over-IP setups including gating, compression, equalization of talent microphone audio, and multi-band processing of outbound audio programming using Orban processors
Set up up small Dante audio networks
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer science, or related majors, or equivalent experience
5+ years' experience in broadcast production and live television
Extensive knowledge of standards like SMPTE for broadcast television and video environments
Strong technical skills in troubleshooting and repairing broadcast equipment
Aptitude to troubleshoot traditional SDI and IP audio/video signal routing environments
Familiarity with studio technologies including video walls, cameras, VR set technologies, image processing systems, touch screens, and lighting
Solid understanding of production control automation (e.g., Ross Overdrive) and Newsroom Computer System (NRCS) workflows
Proficiency in MS Windows workstation and server platforms
Experience with file-based workflows and knowledge of enterprise Media Asset Management systems (e.g. Dalet)
Ability to interpret technical documentation standards
Demonstrated working knowledge of IT/networking theory, topology, and best practices
Ability to handle multiple tasks independently and as part of a team.
Aptitude to work a flexible schedule based on the needs of a live production environment, including overtime, holidays, weekends
Capability to remove, lift, and replace equipment in racks as warranted
Experience operating manual and electric mechanical tools is required
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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 $44.00-51.25 per hour. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.View more detail about FOX Benefits.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer science, a related major, or equivalent experience
- 5+ years of experience in broadcast production and live television
- Extensive knowledge of SMPTE broadcast television and video standards
- Strong troubleshooting and repair skills for broadcast equipment
- Experience troubleshooting SDI and IP audio/video signal routing environments
- Familiarity with video walls, cameras, VR set technologies, image processing systems, touchscreens, and lighting
- Understanding of production control automation, such as Ross Overdrive, and NRCS workflows
- Proficiency with Microsoft Windows workstation and server platforms
- Experience with file-based workflows and enterprise Media Asset Management systems such as Dalet
- Working knowledge of IT and networking theory, topology, and best practices
- Ability to interpret technical documentation standards
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively while managing multiple tasks
- Flexible schedule, including overtime, holidays, and weekends
- Ability to remove, lift, and replace equipment in racks
- Experience operating manual and electric mechanical tools
Fox Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Fox Corporation and has not been reviewed or approved by Fox Corporation.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare and wellness programs are described as broad, including multiple medical plans, dental and vision, mental-health resources, and telemedicine, with employee costs reportedly favorable versus national averages. Feedback suggests these offerings are a strong element of the overall package for eligible employees.
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Retirement Support — 401(k) plans with company contributions and matching, plus Roth and post-tax options, are highlighted as strengths. Some materials also note additional match opportunities tied to student-loan repayments, reinforcing retirement as a competitive pillar.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave, fertility benefits, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, and backup care (including for elders and pets) are emphasized. These programs signal a comprehensive approach to family support.
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What We Do
Fox Corporation produces and distributes compelling news, sports and entertainment content through its iconic domestic brands including: FOX News, FOX Sports, the FOX Network, and the FOX Television Stations. These brands hold cultural significance with consumers and commercial importance for distributors and advertisers. The breadth and depth of our footprint allows us to deliver content that engages and informs audiences, develops deeper consumer relationships and creates more compelling product offerings. FOX maintains an impressive track record of news, sports, and entertainment industry success that will shape our strategy to capitalize on current strengths and invest in new initiatives. For more information about Fox Corporation, please visit www.FoxCorporation.com.
