Director, Live Broadcast Systems Engineering

FOX News Channel

Los Angeles (CA)

On-site

USD 160,000 - 220,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

FOX Entertainment is seeking a Director, Systems Engineering for its live studio and broadcast environment. The Studio Engineer will maintain, troubleshoot, and repair IP-based broadcast systems, manage equipment inventory, and support virtual production/live workflows.

Regular on-site presence is required; leadership and collaboration with production teams across affiliates are essential.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required; Dante certification is a plus.
10+ years hands-on broadcast production and studio experience.
Experience with Riedel/Bolero communication system.
Experience supporting LED stages and virtual production environments.
Knowledge of Sony Venice 2, Panasonic PTZ, Stype, LiveU, Pixera, Barco E2/S3.
Hands-on with Evertz IP-based router and SMPTE 2110 IP workflows.
Familiar with Unreal Engine in broadcast; strong written and verbal communication.
Operational knowledge of Yamaha boards and Sony MLS X1; VMix experience.
Ability to lead, manage time, and work under pressure; on-site presence required.

Responsibilities

System Integrity: ensure facility systems and routing paths are correctly configured.
On-Site Leadership: troubleshoot and interface with production teams to realize visions.
Maintenance & Triage: diagnose faults, coordinate updates and vendor RMAs.
Advanced Planning: review event schedules to ensure resources meet production needs.