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 looking for a Freelance Technical Director to join our Washington, D.C. Bureau. In this role, you operate the control room for live news programming and help ensure that all visual elements are produced seamlessly in a fast-paced, 24/7 news environment.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Direct live, fast-paced productions across the FOX News networks
- Collaborate with producers, graphic designers, and editorial leaders to enhance show production
- Provide creative and technical input during the development of new shows
- Organize and maintain switcher files, visual effects, and peripheral equipment within the technical director area
- Monitor video workflows and troubleshoot technical issues in real time
- Maintain a calm, professional, and collaborative presence in the control room
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
- Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent experience
- 3+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of skills and demonstrated experience
- Experience as a Technical Director in a live news or broadcast environment
- Knowledge of switchers, DVE's, device controllers, and video servers
- Excellent control room demeanor, leadership skills, and a team-oriented approach
- Ability to remain composed and make sound decisions in a high-pressure environment
- Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies, processes, and procedures
- Strong interest in current events
- Flexibility and willingness to work weekends and any shift within a 24-hour schedule, including during breaking news
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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 $40.00-50.00 per hour.Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- 3 or more years of relevant experience, or equivalent skills and demonstrated experience
- Experience as a Technical Director in a live news or broadcast environment
- Knowledge of switchers, DVE devices, device controllers, and video servers
- Excellent control room demeanor, leadership skills, and team-oriented approach
- Ability to remain composed and make sound decisions in a high-pressure environment
- Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies, processes, and procedures
- Strong interest in current events
- Flexibility and willingness to work weekends and any shift within a 24-hour schedule, including breaking news coverage
Fox Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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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.
