Broadcast Technician

FOX News Channel; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 67,000; Part time

Job summary

FOX TV Stations in Chicago is seeking a versatile Per Diem Broadcast Technician to support multiple production roles across master control, audio, camera, and transmission operations.

Responsibilities include audio mixing, robotic camera operation, and graphic playout, as well as maintaining performance in a fast-paced control room during a 24-hour news cycle. Flexibility for evenings, weekends, and overtime is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; further education preferred.
• At least 3 years of recent broadcast technician experience in medium to major markets.
• Strong communication and technical capabilities in systems, equipment, and software.

Responsibilities

• Perform audio mixing, robotic camera operation, and graphic playout.
• Operate live broadcast equipment with strong understanding of live news production.
• Work effectively in a control room, under pressure and time constraints.
• Collaborate with production team and staff.

Skills

Communication

Technical skills

Live broadcast systems

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Master control systems

Robotic camera control

Job description

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

FOX TV Stations FOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas, or DMAs, and duopolies in 11 DMAs, including the three largest DMAs (New York, Los Angeles and Chicago). Of these stations, 18 are affiliated with the FOX Network. In addition to distributing sports, entertainment and syndicated content, our television stations collectively produce approximately 1,200 hours of local news every week. These stations leverage viewer, distributor and advertiser demand for the FOX Network’s national content.

JOB DESCRIPTION

WFLD/WPWR is searching for a versatile Per Diem Broadcast Technician to fill key production roles and assist in preparing material for our broadcasts, cutting across various functions such as master control, audio, camera, transmission operations, and live broadcast equipment handling.

Key Responsibilities: Perform a host of production functions including audio mixing, robotic camera operation, and graphic playout, as well as master control and transmission operations. Operate live broadcast equipment with an in-depth understanding of live production, particularly news. Function effectively within a control room environment, maintaining critical thinking under pressure and adherence to time constraints. Collaborate seamlessly as part of a dynamic production team. Engage professionally with all members of staff and management.

REQUIREMENTS

High School Diploma or equivalent mandatory; further education in relevant fields preferred. At least 3 years of recent experience in broadcast technician roles within medium to major market sizes. Excellent communication and strong technical capabilities in systems, equipment, and software. A friendly demeanor, cooperative spirit, positive outlook, and prudent judgment. Physical ability to sit, stand, and move as necessary for the role. Openness to flexible scheduling, including evenings, weekends, and all shifts in a 24-hour news cycle, as well as overtime and holidays.

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 $31.00-48.67 per hour.

We’re disruptors. We’re big dreamers. We’re believers in the future, in possibility, in potential. We’re reinventing the world, every day. We create content for audiences big and small, global and local. We put our audiences first, and work hard to bring them stories they’ll love, wherever they are and however they watch, listen and learn. Whatever your discipline, from on-air talent to behind-the-scenes tech guru to business and finance, the career opportunities at FOX are exciting, rewarding and game-changing. We seek out the most talented individuals – the dreamers, the disruptors and the visionaries –and we want them to know that they matter. We’re committed to helping every single one of our employees feel valued and inspired, every day.