Operations Technician (R50033041)

FOX; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 38,751 - 42,058; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) plan with matching

Paid time off

Job summary

FOX 10 Arizona is seeking an Operations Technician to join our team. The role blends production and master control duties, requiring multitasking and strong communication in a deadline-driven newsroom.

You will direct live broadcasts, prepare rundowns, and support training for fellow crew members while ensuring high-quality programming and timely execution. The position involves operating studio and remote equipment, working weekends/holidays as needed, and contributing to a fast-paced broadcast

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to multitask in a deadline-driven environment.
• Willingness to learn and grow as an operator and train others.
• Experience directing and/or technical directing on-air for live news programming preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct live and recorded newscasts and programs using Sony ELC automation.
• Prepare show rundowns by coding automation cues in iNews.
• Collaborate with Producers to ensure rundowns have talent placement and proper camera blocking.
• Operate camera robotics, audio console, switcher and floor direct as needed.
• Oversee master control operations during live broadcasts and events.
• Monitor audio, video and CC quality across multiple channels.
• Execute breaking news cut-ins and manage join-in-progress playlists.
• Route feeds for syndicated programs and live events; prepare shows for air by segmenting formats.
• Transfer media into automation and prep for playback.
• Check broadcast logs for accuracy and adjust playlists as required.

Skills

communication skills

multitasking

deadline oriented

training others

Tools

Sony ELC automation

XVS-9000 switcher

Wheatstone audio console

Bitcentral Playout

ISQ Playout of Chyron Mosaic

Power Clips

Vinten Fusion camera control

Evertz Mediator

Job description

Overview of the Company

Fox TV Stations FOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas, or DMAs, and duopolies in 11 DMAs, including the three largest DMAs (New York, Los Angeles and Chicago). Of these stations, 18 are affiliated with the FOX Network. In addition to distributing sports, entertainment and syndicated content, our television stations collectively produce approximately 1,200 hours of local news every week. These stations leverage viewer, distributor and advertiser demand for the FOX Network's national content.

Job Description

FOX 10, Arizona's preeminent source for news, is seeking an Operations Technician to join our dynamic team! As part of the FOX family, you will receive generous time off, 401k matching, a wealth of employee resources and superior medical, dental and vision benefits from day 1! The ideal candidate is a multitasker who can balance numerous priorities and has strong communication skills. Someone who is excited to learn and grow as an operator, willing to help train fellow crew members and is skillful in a deadline‑oriented environment. Position will be regularly required to perform both production and master control duties.

Duties

• 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.

Requirements

• 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.
• Overseeing the recording of locally produced programs, and the downloading and prep 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.
• Weekends, holidays and overtime are required as needed.

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 $28.13-30.53 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.

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