Technical Director
Fox
Washington, DCThis was removed by the employer on 7/2/2024 12:37:00 PM PST
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Freelance Job
We are looking for a Freelance Technical Director to join our Fox News family in DC. As a Freelance Technical Director you will be at the heart of live breaking news. We are the team that ensures all visual elements are produced seamlessly in a high-pressure 24/7 news environment.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
• Switch fast-paced productions seen throughout the Fox News networks
• Offer creative suggestions that enhance show productions
• Collaborate with graphic department and editorial leads as new shows are developed
• Organize and maintain switcher files, visual effects, and other peripheral devices equipment associated with the TD area
• Demonstrate technical ability to troubleshoot and understand video workflow
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• Bachelor's degree in media or related field preferred, or equivalent experience
• 3 - 5 yrs experience as a control room Technical Director in a live news environment
• Knowledge of switchers, DVE's, Device controllers, and Video Server
• Excellent control room demeanor, proven leadership skills, team-first attitude, and the ability to handle pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Flexibility and willingness to work weekends and any shift in a 24-hour time period and breaking news environment
• Desire to learn new technologies, processes, and/or procedures as they are implemented
• Strong interest in current events
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At FOX, we foster a culture and environment where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. We are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent across our company. We live in a diverse world, with different ideas and different perspectives that come together to spark new ideas and make great things happen. That means reflecting the diversity of the world around us is critical to our company's success. We ensure that our viewers, communities and employees feel heard, represented, and celebrated both on screen and off.
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Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is: $0.00-0.00 per hour. We provide Freelancers medical/dental/vision insurance and 401k after they meet eligibility criteria and any State required time-off, in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.