Freelance Audio Assistant/A2

Fox News Media; New York (NY); On-site; USD 48,216 - 60,270; Part time

Job summary

A leading media organization seeks a Freelance Audio Assistant/A2 in New York. The role involves working with live content, troubleshooting audio issues, and assisting with mic setups. Candidates must have 3 years of studio experience and strong communication skills. This is a flexible freelance position offering $35.00-43.75 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must have 3 years of experience working in a television studio operation or field environment.
• Must be familiar with microphone techniques for both field and studio.
• Ability to work various hours on weekdays, weekends, overnights, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Mic guests as needed for live and as-live production.
• Assist in the maintenance of audio equipment under the direction of the A1.
• Provide immediate solutions in case of equipment failure or other audio problems.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to troubleshoot audio issues

Attention to detail

Education

3 years experience in television studio

Tools

Yamaha RIO

Calrec Hydra I/O boxes

Job description

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Overview Of The Company

Fox News Media

FOX News Media operates the FOX News Channel (FNC), FOX Business Network (FBN), FOX News Digital, FOX News Audio, FOX News Books, the direct-to-consumer digital streaming services FOX Nation and FOX News International and the newly announced platform FOX Weather. Currently the number one network in all of cable, FNC has also been the most watched television news channel for 20 consecutive years, while FBN currently ranks among the top business channels on cable. Owned by FOX Corporation, FOX News Media reaches 200 million people each month.

Job Description

We are looking for an Audio Assistant/A2 to join our Fox News family and New York operations team creating daily live and VOD content for Fox News Channel. You work directly with the FNC/FBN audio engineer and crew for our live and live-to-tape shows at our New York facility.

• This is a freelance-based role and you must be flexible to work on multiple shows over varied hours and days.
  
  

a Snapshot Of Your Responsibilities

• Mic guests as needed for live and as-live production
• Assist in the maintenance of audio equipment under the direction of the A1
• Strong communication skills are a requirement
• Move and organize furniture and set pieces in the studio prior to and following the shoot.
• Other tasks as directed by the A1 or manager
• Provide immediate solutions in the event of equipment failure or other audio problems
  
  

What You Will Need

• Must have 3 years of experience working in a television studio operation or field environment.
• Strong ability to react quickly to changing requirements
• Must have knowledge of RF frequencies and be able to troubleshoot when necessary
• Need to be familiar with microphone techniques for both field and studio
• Effective ability to plan ahead, identify possible problems, and possess strong troubleshooting skills
• You should have an understanding in the aesthetics of microphone cabling and IFB wiring
• Ability to work various hours on weekdays, weekends, overnights, and holidays is a must.
• Attention to detail.
• Knowledge of Yamaha RIO & Calrec Hydra I/O boxes
  
  

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 $35.00-43.75 per hour.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Broadcast Media Production and Distribution

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