Broadcast Operations Tech – Live Studio

Fox Corporation; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 56,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

WTXF Fox 29, part of FOX Television Stations, seeks an Engineering Technician to support live studio broadcasts and ensure flawless transmission. You will operate a range of live production and master control equipment, troubleshoot issues, and maintain high broadcast standards.

You will work varied shifts, including early mornings, nights, weekends, and during severe weather coverage as scheduled. The role offers benefits and growth in a dynamic news environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of equivalent industry experience.
• Proven capability to operate a broad range of live production and master control equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting skills under tight, live-broadcast deadlines.
• Flexible to work varied shifts, including early mornings, nights, weekends, holidays, and during severe weather coverage as scheduled or needed.

Responsibilities

• Serve in core operational roles including Technical Director, Audio Board Operator, Floor Director, Technical Operations Coordinator, Master Control Operator, or Program Prep/Ingest Operator.
• Command production switchers, robotic camera systems, audio consoles, and automation systems.
• Switch on-air programming, commercials, and promotional content according to the station log. Transfer media assets from servers to the automation system and verify segment timing.
• Tune in and troubleshoot satellite receivers, microwave systems, and IP-delivered live shots and feeds.
• Monitor live on-air signals for video or audio loss, maintain strict quality control standards, and execute required FCC compliance procedures.
• Identify technical issues promptly, resolve live feed problems, and prepare detailed post-transmission reports.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging broadcast technologies, industry trends, and new production tools.

Skills

Live production

Broadcast equipment operation

Troubleshooting

Shift flexibility

Education

Associate’s degree (A.A.)

Tools

Robotic camera systems

Video switchers

Automation systems

Job description

WTXF Fox 29, part of FOX Television Stations, seeks an Engineering Technician to support live studio broadcasts and ensure flawless transmission. You will operate a range of live production and master control equipment, troubleshoot issues, and maintain high broadcast standards.

You will work varied shifts, including early mornings, nights, weekends, and during severe weather coverage as scheduled. The role offers benefits and growth in a dynamic news environment.