Freelance Audio Technician

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

We are looking for a Freelance Field Audio Technician to join our Washington, DC Bureau. As a Freelance Field Audio Technician, you will be provided countless opportunities to work with field photographers, satellite truck operators, engineers, field producers, and reporters.

a Snapshot Of Your Responsibilities

• ENG crew audio
• Single and multi-camera set-ups, sit down and walk and talk interviews
• Route audio and IFB communications from single or multiple sources
• Audio for Live remotes with single or multiple cameras
• Extensive, last-minute travel for breaking news
• Nonstandard work schedule, including overtime and weekends
  
  

What You Will Need

• Minimum of three (3) years newsgathering experience
• Ability to work well with field photographers, satellite truck operators, engineers, field producers, and reporters
• Willing to expand his/her knowledge of all aspects of field production
• Ability to multi-task in the field
• Varied technical TV media experience that will translate well into the fast-paced field newsgathering environment
• You will need to have your own audio/sound equipment (list of items will be provided during the interview process)
• Ability to travel and be flexible with work schedule
  
  

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 $45.00-55.00 per hour.