Production Automation Technician

Fox; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Fox Television Stations in Dallas is seeking a Production Automation Technician for an 8-week temporary assignment to support live news broadcasts at the new facility.

You will operate the Sony ELC Production Automation System, production switcher, audio console and robotic cameras, collaborate with newsroom staff, and adapt to shifting live-air demands. The pay range is $24.80-$43.98 per hour.

Qualifications

• Two-year technical degree in Electronics or IT is required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 1 year of experience in Production Automation Technician or related roles.
• Working knowledge of Windows OS, iNews, and core broadcast software.
• Hands-on proficiency with production automation system, switchers, audio boards, and robotic camera operation/shading.
• Strong multitasking, clear communication, teamwork, and staying calm under live-air pressure.
• Flexible to work nights, weekends, and holidays as news demands require.

Responsibilities

• Operate the Sony ELC Production Automation System, production switcher, audio console, and robotic cameras during live broadcasts.
• Work with Producers, Studio Technicians, and Control Room Technicians to run fast-paced, high-volume newscasts.
• Perform essential studio duties and maintain floor readiness during live productions.
• Adapt to shifting priorities and late-breaking rundown changes in a high-demand market.
• Support the move and other operational duties to assist engineering and production teams.

Skills

Strong multi-tasker

Clear communicator

Collaborative team player

Calm under live-air pressure

Education

Two-year technical degree in Electronics or IT

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Windows OS

iNews

Production Automation System

Production switchers

Audio boards

Robotic cameras (operation/shading)

Job description

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox TV Stations

FOX Television Stations (FTS) owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations, including stations in 14 of the top 15 markets and duopolies in 11. Eighteen are FOX Network affiliates, and together the stations produce approximately 1,300 hours of local news every week. FOX LOCAL, the company's free ad-supported digital and streaming product, extends that news, weather and local content across connected TV & mobile devices. LiveNOW from FOX expands the FTS portfolio even further as the only national streaming services to be truly live 24/7, covering breaking news and events as they happen.

JOB DESCRIPTION

KDFW FOX 4-the ratings leader in the #4 media market in the nation-is moving into a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility. To maintain seamless live newscast operations at our current facility while permanent staff train on systems at the new site, we are seeking experienced, temporary candidates to fill News Production Director, Master Control Technician, Production Technician, and Production Automation Technician roles for an 8-week assignment. If you bring proven experience in a fast-paced, high-volume newscast environment, join our team during this operational transition.

Production Automation Technician (Temporary 8-Week Assignment)

The Responsibilities

• Automated Control Room Operations: Expertly operate the Sony ELC Production Automation System, production switcher, audio console, and robotic camera systems (including camera shading) during live broadcasts.
• Collaborative News Execution: Work directly alongside Producers, Studio Technicians, and Control Room Technicians to build and drive fast-paced, high-volume newscasts while ensuring total equipment reliability.
• Studio & Technical Support: Perform essential studio duties and maintain floor readiness across live productions.
• Agile Multi-Tasking: Seamlessly handle shifting technical priorities and late-breaking rundown changes in a high-demand market.
• Transition Support: Perform other operational duties as assigned to assist the engineering and production teams throughout the move.

Key Requirements

• Education: 2-year technical degree in Electronics or IT required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Industry Experience: 1 year of experience in one or more relevant roles: Production Automation Technician, Director, Technical Director, Production Technician, or Master Control Technician.
• Systems & Software: Working knowledge of Windows OS, iNews, and core industry broadcast software applications.
• Technical Skills: Hands-on proficiency with production automation system, production switchers, audio boards, and robotic camera operation/shading.
• Professional Attributes: Strong multi-tasker, clear communicator, collaborative team player, and calm under live-air pressure.
• Availability: Must be flexible to work variable schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays as news demands require.

Work Schedule & Assignment Length

Duration: 8 weeks (Temporary, Full-time)

Shifts: Variable (Includes nights, weekends, and holidays)

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 $24.80-43.98 per hour.