Broadcast Production Engineer

Join to apply for the Broadcast Production Engineer role at Fox News MediaJoin to apply for the Broadcast Production Engineer role at Fox News MediaDirect message the job poster from Fox News MediaSenior Manager, Talent Acquisition at Fox News MediaOverview Of The CompanyFox News MediaFOX 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 DescriptionFOX News is on the hunt for a stellar Broadcast Production Engineer to work in our Washington DC bureau. This role involves providing support and routine compliance for our substantial media and broadcast systems within a competitive, live, 24/7 news environment. As a cornerstone of our Production Engineering team, within the Broadcast and Media Technology group, you'll coordinate with various engineering teams, providing support to IT groups/helpdesk, broadcast production, technical operation personnel, and network operations aggregations.As our ideal candidate, you are enthused about broadcast engineering/IT and comfortable acclimating to evolving media technologies, concepts, and trends such as Media over IP, Cloud Computing, and Radio Workflows.a Snapshot Of Your ResponsibilitiesSupport infrastructure for on-air broadcast production systemsOversee studio operations including video walls, video processing systems, and camerasSupervise live control room production systems and subsystemsHandle infrastructure systems like routers, intercom, monitoring, KVM, audio suites, and live production-related equipmentProvide maintenance and support for off-site remote locations including the White House, Capitol Hill, etc.Address, communicate, manage, and track technical issues in a live 24/7 production environmentPerform maintenance of subsystems including software and hardware updates, modifications, and replacements as warrantedDevelop and retain process benchmarks for deployment and support documentation for operationsCollaborate on a team that works hands-on with the latest generation of production systems and technologiesWork on complex audio processing tasks and Audio-over-IP setups including gating, compression, equalization of talent microphone audio, and multi-band processing of outbound audio programming using Orban processorsSet up up small Dante audio networksWhat You Will NeedBachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer science, or related majors, or equivalent experience5+ years' experience in broadcast production and live televisionExtensive knowledge of standards like SMPTE for broadcast television and video environmentsStrong technical skills in troubleshooting and repairing broadcast equipmentAptitude to troubleshoot traditional SDI and IP audio/video signal routing environmentsFamiliarity with studio technologies including video walls, cameras, VR set technologies, image processing systems, touch screens, and lightingSolid understanding of production control automation (e.g., Ross Overdrive) and Newsroom Computer System (NRCS) workflowsProficiency in MS Windows workstation and server platformsExperience with file-based workflows and knowledge of enterprise Media Asset Management systems (e.g. Dalet)Ability to interpret technical documentation standardsDemonstrated working knowledge of IT/networking theory, topology, and best practicesAbility to handle multiple tasks independently and as part of a team.Aptitude to work a flexible schedule based on the needs of a live production environment, including overtime, holidays, weekendsCapability to remove, lift, and replace equipment in racks as warrantedExperience operating manual and electric mechanical tools is requiredWe 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 $44.00-51.25 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. 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Created: 2025-09-17