Lead Audio Operator

Fox News Media; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 48,904 - 68,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Fox News Media seeks an experienced Lead Audio Operator to oversee live studio and remote productions. This role is crucial for mixing broadcast audio, ensuring high-quality sound, and mentoring less experienced staff in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities include operating digital mixing consoles, maintaining intercom systems, and collaborating with production teams. The ideal candidate will possess robust experience in live audio mixing and the ability to perform under pressure.

A flexible work schedule is required including weekends and holidays, offering competitive compensation and various benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience with high-level, live broadcast audio mixing.
• Availability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to work in a control room for 2-3 hours without a break.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Lead A1 for remote and studio productions.
• Design and operate complex live audio workflows.
• Operate advanced digital mixing on Calrec consoles.
• Program and maintain intercom systems.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure seamless integration.
• Lead and mentor less experienced audio staff.

Skills

High-level live broadcast audio mixing

Digital mixing consoles (Calrec)

RTS intercom systems

Dante and AoIP audio networks

Signal flow knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Job description

We’re seeking an experienced Lead Audio Operator to support live studio and remote productions. This role is responsible for mixing and managing broadcast audio, maintaining intercom and audio systems, and ensuring consistent, high-quality sound across all productions. You’ll work closely with production and engineering teams while helping guide and support less experienced audio staff in a fast-paced live environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Lead A1 for remote and studio productions
• Design, build, and operate complex live audio workflows including studio and remote translations and transcriptions
• Operate and program advanced digital mixing on Calrec consoles for live newscasts and production
• Program and maintain intercom systems including Calrec RTS ADAM/AZ Edit environments
• Collaborate with production, engineering and technical management teams to ensure seamless integration of audio systems and workflows
• Lead, mentor, and set expectations for less experienced mixers and freelance audio staff
• Ensure consistency, clarity, and creative excellence in all elements of broadcast audio (studio mics, effects, music, IFB, comms, etc.)
• Perform facility checks with A2 and stage manager for all mic and IFB positions in studio before daily production begins, including studio set up
• Work with broadcast engineers to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues quickly under live broadcast pressure
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of signal flow, routing, gain structure, and redundancy planning

Qualifications

• Experience with high-level, live broadcast audio mixing
• Expert-level proficiency with digital mixing consoles including Calrec, RTS intercom systems, AZ Edit, Dante, and AoIP audio networks
• Solid signal flow knowledge (analog, digital, embedded audio)
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Availability to work flexible, non-traditional hours including weekends and holidays
• Ability to work in a control room for 2-3 hours without a break

Benefits and Compensation

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.