Live TV Broadcast Production Engineer – DC Studio Ops
Fox News Media
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Fox News Media in Washington, DC is seeking a Broadcast Production Engineer to support on-air broadcast production systems in a 24/7 live news environment. You will coordinate with engineering teams, provide hands-on IT and broadcast systems support, and help maintain legacy as well as modern workflows.
The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or computer science, 5+ years in broadcast production, and strong knowledge of SMPTE, Calrec, NRCS, and Dalet.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer science, or related majors, or equivalent experience.
- 5+ years' experience in broadcast production and live television.
- Extensive knowledge of standards like SMPTE for broadcast television video and audio environments including Calrec audio and RTS communication systems.
- Strong technical skills in troubleshooting and repairing broadcast equipment.
- Aptitude to troubleshoot traditional SDI and 2110 IP audio/video signal routing environments.
- Familiarity with studio technologies including Planar video walls, Vinten robotic cameras, VR set technologies, image processing systems, touch screens, and lighting.
- Solid understanding of production control automation (e.g., Ross Overdrive) and Newsroom Computer System (NRCS) workflows.
- Proficiency in MS Windows workstation and server platforms.
- Experience with file-based workflows and knowledge of enterprise Media Asset Management systems (e.g. Dalet).
- Ability to interpret technical documentation standards.
- Demonstrated working knowledge of IT/networking theory, topology, and best practices.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks independently and as part of a team, including working closely with NY engineering and network teams.
- Aptitude to work a flexible schedule based on the needs of a live production environment, including overtime, holidays, weekends.
- Capability to remove, lift, and replace equipment in racks as warranted.
- Experience operating manual and electric mechanical tools is required.
Responsibilities
- Support infrastructure for on-air broadcast production systems.
- Oversee studio operations including video walls, video processing systems, and cameras.
- Supervise live control room production systems and subsystems.
- Handle infrastructure systems like routers, intercom, monitoring, KVM, audio suites, and live production-related equipment.
- Provide maintenance and support for off-site remote locations including the White House, Capitol Hill, etc.
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Fox News Media in Washington, DC is seeking a Broadcast Production Engineer to support on-air broadcast production systems in a 24/7 live news environment. You will coordinate with engineering teams, provide hands-on IT and broadcast systems support, and help maintain legacy as well as modern workflows.
The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or computer science, 5+ years in broadcast production, and strong knowledge of SMPTE, Calrec, NRCS, and Dalet.
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