Freelance Studio/Field Technician

FOX News Channel; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 93,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

FOX News Channel in the Washington, DC area seeks a Freelance Field/Studio Technician to support a remote anchor studio, managing transmission and technical operations for live broadcasts originating from the studio, with on-site availability two to three days weekly (4:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m.).

You will troubleshoot on-site with NY teams, set up and mic guests (IFB), stage manage when needed, and assist the anchor and field producer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Relevant technical broadcast experience.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and live transmission workflows.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Collaborative, team-first mindset.
• Calm, solutions-oriented under pressure in live news.
• Professionalism and discretion around high-profile talent.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate transmission with NY tech managers, satellite desk and transmission teams.
• Troubleshoot on-site issues with field show teams and NY staff.
• Set up and mic guests, including IFB management.
• Stage manage live broadcasts as needed.
• Support anchor and field producer as required.

Skills

Broadcast tech

Troubleshooting

Live transmission

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

IFB systems

Studio equipment

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

Fox News is looking for a dedicated and experienced Freelance Field/Studio Technician to support a remote anchor studio based in the Washington DC area. In this role, you'll help ensure smooth, reliable broadcasts by managing transmission and technical operations for programming originating from the studio. This position requires on-site availability two to three days per week, typically from 4:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., with occasional early pre-tape shifts as needed. Candidates must be based in the Washington, D.C., area.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate transmission with NY tech managers, the satellite desk, and transmission teams
• Troubleshoot all technical issues on-site with field show teams and NY-based technical staff
• Set up and mic guests, including managing IFB needs
• Stage manage live broadcasts as needed
• Support the anchor and field producer as needed

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent experience
• Relevant technical broadcast experience
• Strong troubleshooting skills and a solid understanding of live transmission workflows
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
• A collaborative, team-first mindset
• Ability to maintain a calm, solutions-oriented approach in a fast-paced live-news environment
• Professionalism and discretion when working with high-profile talent #LI-KC1

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 $45.00-55.00 per hour.

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