Director, Systems Engineering

FOX News Channel; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 220,000; Full time

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.

Skills

Riedel Bolero

LED stages / virtual production

Unreal Engine in broadcast

SMPTE 2110 IP-based

Studio/broadcast engineering

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Dante Certified

Tools

Sony Venice 2

Panasonic PTZ

Stype

LiveU

Pixera

Barco E2

Barco S3

Evertz IP-based router

Unreal Engine

Yamaha sound boards

Sony MLS X1

VMix

Job description

Overview of the Company

FOX Entertainment With a legacy spanning nearly 40 years, FOX Entertainment is one of the world’s most recognizable media brands and a leading global creator of multi-genre content across broadcast, streaming, digital and emerging platforms. Known for its independent, innovative spirit and bold storytelling, the company is committed to reaching audiences where they are through a platform- and format-agnostic approach to developing, testing and scaling intellectual property worldwide. FOX Entertainment consists of three core business units. The FOX Television Network, which encompasses its flagship linear platform and streaming partnerships with Hulu and FOX One, is home to hit series including The Simpsons, The Masked Singer, Doc, Memory of a Killer, Fear Factor: House of Fear, The Floor and Hell’s Kitchen. FOX Entertainment Studios, operates the in-house scripted and unscripted studios behind series such as Animal Control, Best Medicine, The Faithful, and The Way Home, as well as Bento Box Entertainment with animated hits such as Hazbin Hotel and Krapopolis; Studio Ramsay Global with Next Level Chef, Gordon Ramsay’s Secret Service and Knife Edge: Chasing Michelin Stars; entertainment studio TMZ; and the independent film label Tideline. FOX Entertainment Global is the company’s worldwide content sales and distribution arm. As part of its evolution into a modern next-gen studio, FOX Entertainment is expanding its digital storytelling ecosystem with investments across vertical video with Holywater, Chain’s experiential storytelling, podcasting with Meet Cute, a two-way content pipeline with HarperCollins Publishing, and creator-led formats through the newly formed FOX Creator Studios. Through these strategic initiatives, the company is investing earlier in emerging ideas and new forms of audience engagement, while maintaining the ability to grow successful concepts into premium franchises across broadcast, streaming and global platforms. A prolific content creator and production partner, FOX Entertainment collaborates with leading studios, creators, and platforms worldwide to produce and distribute premium content at scale across broadcast, streaming, and digital ecosystems, while continuing to grow its portfolio of owned IP and next-generation storytelling formats.

Job Description

The FOX Experience + Design team is fueled by boldness and the desire to create impact. We are dedicated to increasing awareness by connecting viewers and clients to FOX through best-in-class experiences across diverse business affiliates, such as FOX Entertainment, FOX Sports, Tubi Media, FOX News, and FOX Corporate. We focus on brand engagement and experiences by providing strategic ideas, planning, and production in events, design, and technology. The Director, Systems Engineering is responsible for the ongoing technical health and readiness of a live studio and broadcast environment. The Studio Engineer will maintain, troubleshoot, and repair IP‑based broadcast and production systems, manage and update equipment inventory, and support virtual production and live broadcast workflows. The engineer will work hands‑on with LED volume, Studio Lot Theaters, audio/video over IP, and broadcast infrastructure to ensure systems are fully operational, reliable, and production‑ready at all times. Regular, on‑site attendance at the workplace for a minimum of four (4) days per week is an essential function of the position. The selected candidate must be able to reliably meet this requirement.

Responsibilities

• System Integrity: Ensure all facility systems, including remote equipment, routing switchers, and transmission paths, are configured correctly, providing real-time guidance to the production crew if issues arise.
• On‑Site Leadership: Act as the technical troubleshooter, interfacing with stakeholders, and production teams to ensure their vision is executed flawlessly.
• Maintenance & Triage: Diagnose and document equipment failures. Perform immediate repairs when possible, establish a support system with vendors to coordinate updates, RMAs, and off‑site maintenance for damaged gear.
• Advanced Planning: Review upcoming event schedules to ensure technical facilities and resource allocations can support production requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree Dante Certified 10+ years of hands‑on broadcast production and studio experience
• Experience in the Riedel / Bolero communication system
• Experience supporting LED stages / virtual production environments
• Experience and knowledge of the Sony Venice 2 and Panasonic PTZ camera system
• Experience with Stype software
• Experience with LiveU
• Experience with Pixera media serverExperience with Barco E2 & S3 video processors
• Hands‑on experience with Evertz IP‑based router
• Working knowledge of Unreal Engine in a broadcast or production setting
• Operational knowledge of Yamaha sound Boards
• Operational knowledge of the Sony MLS X1 video switcher
• Operational knowledge of VMix system
• Familiar with SMPTE 2110 IP‑based broadcast infrastructure
• Solid understanding of broadcast transmission workflows
• Proven track record of success in a studio or broadcast environment
• Proven ability to support both production and broadcast engineering environments
• Ability to lead, prioritize, and multi‑task in a fast‑paced, deadline‑oriented, and ever‑changing environment while projecting grace under pressure and maintaining an appropriate sense of urgency
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, across all levels of the organization
• Must work in the office, evenings, and weekends is often required as well
• Must work long hours (evenings/weekends), lift 50lbs, & work on feet for extended periods

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Compensation and Benefits

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 $160,000.00–220,000.00 annually. This role is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement. View more detail about FOX Benefits.