Freelance Scheduling Coordinator

Fox News Media; New York (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Union benefits where applicable

Job summary

Fox News Media in New York is seeking a Scheduling Coordinator for our Technical Operations team. You will organize and manage the daily schedule for technical staff, including staff and freelancers, to keep our 24/7 broadcasts on air.

The role requires collaboration with operations supervisors, managers, producers, and staff, plus proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong communication. Flexibility to work nights and weekends is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in coordinating schedules for staff and freelancers.
• Understanding of television production roles and workflows.
• Strong verbal and written communication with teams across levels.
• Proficiency in Outlook, Excel, and Word for scheduling and reporting.
• Calm, organized, and able to adapt in a 24/7 news environment.

Responsibilities

• Organize the schedule for technical operators, including staff and freelancers.
• Coordinate time off requests using WorkDay and booking calendars.
• Handle sick calls and arrange shift coverage.
• Communicate daily crewing needs with tech managers and supervisors.
• Keep producers updated on schedule changes and new programming.
• Fill open shifts and adjust for programming changes with the scheduling manager.
• Manage production requests for pre-taped content and location changes.
• Respond promptly to scheduling needs during breaking news.
• Maintain Fabric/Mediapulse scheduling system with updates.
• Occasionally cover on-call duties outside regular hours.

Skills

Experience in scheduling

Television production knowledge

Interpersonal communication

Microsoft Office proficiency

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Ability to work under pressure

Flexibility for nights/weekends

Education

Bachelor’s degree in television production or related field

Job description

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

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 seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Scheduling Coordinator to become a part of our Technical Operations Department. The role involves managing our daily scheduling processes across the department, requiring close collaboration with our colleagues, staff, freelancers, and management. The Scheduling Coordinator's main responsibility will be to organize and arrange the assignments for technical staff working on different Fox News Media networks and shows, ensuring continuous operation in our 24/7 news cycle. Additionally, this individual will serve as a vital communication link among operations supervisors, technical managers, producers, and the broader staff to ensure seamless technical support for all Fox News Media network broadcasts.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Organize the schedule for technical operators, including both staff and freelancers
• Facilitate the coordination of tech operations time off requests using WorkDay and Advance Booking Calendars
• Handle sick calls from technical operations staff and arrange cover for their shifts
• Work closely with tech managers and supervisors by communicating daily crewing needs
• Keep producers up-to-date with any changes in the daily work schedules
• Collaborate with the scheduling manager to fill open shifts and adjust to new programming changes
• Manage daily production requests for pre-taped content, rehearsals, and program location changes using internal systems
• Act promptly to scheduling needs during breaking news events
• Keep the Fabric/Mediapulse scheduling system current by applying software updates
• Available for occasional on-call responsibilities to address urgent needs outside of regular hours
• Carry out additional special projects or duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Bachelor’s degree in television production or related field of study preferred, or equivalent experience
• Relevant experience
• Understanding of television production and the roles of technical crews
• Strong ability to interact effectively with various levels across the organization
• Proficiency in verbal and written communication; excellent phone etiquette
• High competency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word)
• Capability to maintain composure and efficiency under pressure
• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Strong conflict/resolution skills
• Must be very organized, self-driven, and adept at working with others
• Flexibility with work hours, willingness to work nights and weekends, and adaptability to a 24/7 work environment

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.

• 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.

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 $23.50-28.85 per hour.