Broadcast Engineering Technician – Live TV Production

Fox Entertainment Group

Philadelphia (Philadelphia County)

On-site

USD 56,000 - 80,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

FOX Television Stations is seeking an Engineering Technician to join the team and support live studio broadcasts, ensuring seamless transmission and maintaining broadcast standards. You will assist with production and operational functions across technical roles and equipment.

The role requires 2+ years of relevant experience, strong troubleshooting ability, and flexibility to work varied shifts, including early mornings and nights. Benefits include medical/dental/vision and more.

Qualifications

2+ years of equivalent industry experience.
Experience operating live production and master control equipment.
Strong troubleshooting skills under tight, live-broadcast deadlines.
Flexibility to work early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

Serve in core operational roles including Technical Director, Audio Board Operator, Floor Director, and more.
Command production switchers, robotic cameras, audio consoles, and automation systems.
Switch on-air programming, commercials, and promo content per station log.
Transfer media assets from servers to automation and verify timing.
Tune satellite, microwave, and IP-delivered live shots and feeds.
Monitor live on-air signals for video or audio loss and ensure FCC compliance.
Identify issues, resolve live feed problems, and prepare post-transmission reports.