Operations Technician

FOX News Channel; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 44,372 - 50,447; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

FOX 10 Arizona seeks an Operations Technician to support live newscasts and master control operations. You will direct live and recorded programs using Sony ELC automation, code cues in iNews, and collaborate with Producers to place talent and block cameras.

The role includes operating cameras, audio, switchers, and overseeing multi-channel master control during live events, ensuring quality, and preparing shows for air with proper segmentation and routing.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of studio and remote broadcasting technology, including Sony ELC automation, XVS-9000 switcher, Wheatstone audio console, Bitcentral Playout, ISQ Playout of Chyron Mosaic, Power Clips, and Vinten Fusion camera control.
• Experience using Evertz Mediator and running master control operations during live newscasts, sporting events and other live programming.
• Two years' experience directing and/or technical directing on-air for live news programming preferred.

Responsibilities

• Utilize Sony ELC production automation system to direct live and recorded newscasts and programs.
• Prepare show rundowns by coding all necessary automation cues in iNews.
• Collaborate with Producers to ensure show rundowns have talent placed and cameras blocked appropriately.
• Operate camera robotics, audio console, switcher and floor direct as needed.
• Oversee master control operations during newscasts, sporting events and other live programming.
• Monitor output signals for two to four channels to ensure quality control of audio, video and closed captioning.
• Execute breaking news cut-ins, roll breaks for live events and manipulate playlist for the different “join in progress” scenarios.
• Make sure feeds for syndicated programs and live events are routed correctly.
• Oversee the recording of locally produced programs, syndicated and paid programs, promotional material and commercial content and prepare shows for air by segmenting to standardized formats.
• Transfer media into automation system and prep for playback.
• Check the broadcast logs for accuracy.
• Verify playlists and events are correct and make changes when required.

Skills

Sony ELC automation

XVS-9000 switcher

Wheatstone audio console

Bitcentral Playout

ISQ Playout of Chyron Mosaic

Power Clips

Vinten Fusion camera control

Evertz Mediator

Tools

Chyron Mosaic ISQ

Mediaplace automation systems

Job description

Job Summary

FOX 10, Arizona seeks an Operations Technician to support live newscasts and master control operations.

Responsibilities

• Utilize Sony ELC production automation system to direct live and recorded newscasts and programs.
• Prepare show rundowns by coding all necessary automation cues in iNews.
• Collaborate with Producers to ensure show rundowns have talent placed and cameras blocked appropriately.
• Operate camera robotics, audio console, switcher and floor direct as needed.
• Oversee master control operations during newscasts, sporting events and other live programming.
• Monitor output signals for two to four channels to ensure quality control of audio, video and closed captioning.
• Execute breaking news cut-ins, roll breaks for live events and manipulate playlist for the different “join in progress” scenarios.
• Make sure feeds for syndicated programs and live events are routed correctly.
• Oversee the recording of locally produced programs, syndicated and paid programs, promotional material and commercial content and prepare shows for air by segmenting to standardized formats.
• Transfer media into automation system and prep for playback.
• Check the broadcast logs for accuracy.
• Verify playlists and events are correct and make changes when required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of studio and remote broadcasting technology, including Sony ELC automation, XVS-9000 switcher, Wheatstone audio console, Bitcentral Playout, ISQ Playout of Chyron Mosaic, Power Clips, and Vinten Fusion camera control.
• Experience using Evertz Mediator and running master control operations during live newscasts, sporting events and other live programming.
• Experience in overseeing the recording of locally produced programs and the downloading and prepping of syndicated programs.
• A minimum of two years' experience directing and/or technical directing on-air for live news programming preferred.
• Master Control experience is preferred.
• Availability to work weekends, holidays and overtime as needed.

Employment Information

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.

Pay rate is $32.21–$36.62 per hour, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location, in accordance with state and local pay disclosure requirements.

Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents.