Freelance Live Ingest Operator (ROC)

FOX; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

FOX News Media is seeking a Freelance Ingest Operator for its Resource Operations Center (ROC) in New York. This entry-level role supports live television news by handling inbound and outbound audio and video signals and assisting in ROC operations.

You will coordinate feeds, precheck and connect guests to air using Zoom and other apps, and communicate across phone, email, and intranet scheduling tools to schedule recordings and link guests to air.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in media studies or related field preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Attention to detail, strong communication skills, and a driven, team-first attitude.
• Ability to work a variety of schedules, including weekends and evenings.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with different departments to ensure proper video feeds are recorded and quality-controlled.
• Precheck and connect guests to air using Zoom, FaceTime, and other streaming applications.
• Communicate over the phone, email, and intranet scheduling tools to schedule recordings and link guests to air.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Team-first

Weekend hours

Education

Bachelor's degree in media studies

Job description

FOX News Media is seeking a Freelance Ingest Operator for its Resource Operations Center (ROC) in New York. This entry-level role supports live television news by handling inbound and outbound audio and video signals and assisting in ROC operations.

You will coordinate feeds, precheck and connect guests to air using Zoom and other apps, and communicate across phone, email, and intranet scheduling tools to schedule recordings and link guests to air.