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 an Audio Assistant/A2 to join our Fox News family and New York operations team creating daily live and VOD content for Fox News Channel. You work directly with the FNC/FBN audio engineer and crew for our live and live-to-tape shows at our New York facility.

** This is a freelance-based role and you must be flexible to work on multiple shows over varied hours and days.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

Mic guests as needed for live and as-live production

Assist in the maintenance of audio equipment under the direction of the A1

Strong communication skills are a requirement

Move and organize furniture and set pieces in the studio prior to and following the shoot.

Other tasks as directed by the A1 or manager

Provide immediate solutions in the event of equipment failure or other audio problems

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

Must have 3 years of experience working in a television studio operation or field environment.

Strong ability to react quickly to changing requirements

Must have knowledge of RF frequencies and be able to troubleshoot when necessary

Need to be familiar with microphone techniques for both field and studio

Effective ability to plan ahead, identify possible problems, and possess strong troubleshooting skills

You should have an understanding in the aesthetics of microphone cabling and IFB wiring

Ability to work various hours on weekdays, weekends, overnights, and holidays is a must.

Attention to detail.

Knowledge of Yamaha RIO & Calrec Hydra I/O boxes

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.

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.

Click here to learn more about the diverse communities of people behind our brands. 

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 $39.00-43.75 per hour. We provide 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.