Field Technician, Chicago Bureau

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox News Media

FOX News Media operates the FOX News Channel (FNC), FOX Business Network (FBN), FOX News Digital, FOX News Audio, FOX News Books, the direct-to-consumer digital streaming services FOX Nation and FOX News International and the newly announced platform FOX Weather. Currently the number one network in all of cable, FNC has also been the most watched television news channel for 20 consecutive years, while FBN currently ranks among the top business channels on cable. Owned by FOX Corporation, FOX News Media reaches 200 million people each month.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Fox News is looking for a Field Technician to join our Chicago Bureau. As a Field Technician, you will be provided countless opportunities to work with field photographers, satellite truck operators, engineers, producers, and reporters – both in the field and in the studio.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate satellite trucks

• Basic ENG field photography

• Studio camera operation for live shots and guests

• Single-camera and multiple-camera set-ups

• Audio for single and multiple camera set-ups

• Basic lighting for newsgathering and long formats

• Basic non-linear editing

• Safely drive company-owned and rental vehicles

• Extensive, last-minute travel for breaking news

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• 3+ years of newsgathering experience

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work well with field photographers, satellite truck operators, engineers, field producers, and reporters

• Ability to multi-task in the field

• Varied technical TV media experience that will translate well into the fast-paced field newsgathering environment

• Working knowledge of field audio mixers

• Ability to mix and route audio for multiple camera shoots

• Proficient in mixing live remotes with IFB communications

• Experience with video photography and non-linear video editing

• Experience with lighting technologies, microwave trucks, and satellite newsgathering vehicles

• Must have a CDL or clean driving record

• Flexible work schedule to adapt to a 24-hour news organization, including overtime and weekends

• Nonstandard work schedule, including overtime and weekends

• Willingness to be trained to drive a larger vehicle, learn drone operation and obtain FAA Remote Pilot License, and expand your knowledge of all aspects of field production

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 $28.75-38.25 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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