Lead Audio Operator

Fox News Media; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 49,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Fox News Media is seeking an experienced Lead Audio Operator to support live broadcasts, remote productions, and breaking news coverage. You will mix and manage broadcast audio, maintain intercom and audio systems, and mentor other operators in a fast-paced, live environment.

You will design and operate complex workflows, program Calrec consoles, and collaborate closely with production, engineering, and technical teams to ensure high-quality sound on every broadcast.

Qualifications

• Experience mixing audio for live television broadcasts.
• Strong understanding of broadcast signal flow and audio routing.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Lead A1 for live studio and remote productions.
• Design, build, and operate complex live audio workflows including studio and remote translations and transcriptions.
• Operate and program Calrec digital audio consoles for live news and special event coverage.
• Program and maintain intercom systems including Calrec RTS ADAM/AZ Edit environments.
• Partner with production, engineering, and technical teams to ensure seamless live broadcasts.
• Troubleshoot and resolve audio issues quickly during live productions.
• Perform daily audio checks for microphones, IFBs, and studio equipment before broadcasts.
• Mentor and support junior audio operators and freelance staff.
• Maintain high standards for audio quality across all live programming.

Skills

Live TV audio mixing

Interpersonal collaboration

Shift flexibility

Live control room focus

Tools

Calrec digital consoles

RTS intercom systems

Dante/AoIP audio networks

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 Media is seeking an experienced Lead Audio Operator to support live studio broadcasts, remote productions, and breaking news coverage. In this role, you'll be responsible for mixing and managing broadcast audio, maintaining intercom and audio systems, and ensuring every broadcast delivers clear, consistent, and high-quality sound. You'll work closely with production, engineering, and technical teams while helping mentor and support other audio operators in a fast-paced, live environment.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as Lead A1 for live studio and remote productions
• Design, build, and operate complex live audio workflows including studio and remote translations and transcriptions
• Operate and program Calrec digital audio consoles for live news and special event coverage
• Program and maintain intercom systems including Calrec RTS ADAM/AZ Edit environments
• Partner with production, engineering, and technical teams to ensure seamless live broadcasts
• Troubleshoot and resolve audio issues quickly during live productions
• Perform daily audio checks for microphones, IFBs, and studio equipment before broadcasts
• Mentor and support junior audio operators and freelance staff
• Maintain high standards for audio quality across all live programming

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Experience mixing audio for live television broadcasts
• Expert-level proficiency with digital mixing consoles including Calrec, RTS intercom systems, AZ Edit, Dante, and AoIP audio networks
• Strong understanding of broadcast signal flow and audio routing
• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues in a fast-paced, live production environment
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to remain focused while working in a live control room for extended periods

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 $35.50-50.00 per hour. This role is also eligible for 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.