Technical Operations Specialist

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox TV Stations

FOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas or DMAs and duopolies in 11 DMAs including the three largest DMAs (New York Los Angeles and Chicago). Of these stations 18 are affiliated with the FOX Network. In addition to distributing sports entertainment and syndicated content our television stations collectively produce approximately 1200 hours of local news every week. These stations leverage viewer distributor and advertiser demand for the FOX Networks national content.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Were hiring a Technical Operations Specialist to support the team behind LiveNOW from FOX FOX TV Stations national live streaming news product. Reporting to the Technical Operations Manager the Technical Operations Specialist will support LiveNOWs content team by keeping their live coverage on the air! This position will be based in LiveNOWs Orlando newsroom.

Does this sound like you Youre a video and streaming enthusiast who wants to be part of creating the news experience of the future. Youre smart fast on your feet teamoriented and full of energy. You love to be part of building something from the ground up. You thrive in a fastpaced innovative collaborative atmosphere where sharing ideas and learning are encouraged. Experimentation is right up your alley and youre always looking for the next best way to do something. When things go south you jump into action and dig until you find the right solution.

The person were looking for is a dedicated dependable problem solver who is passionate about the future of news and ready for the next leap in their career. If thats you get in our inbox!

RESPONSIBILITIES: Install configure monitor and troubleshoot digital and IP broadcast platforms including stream encoders cloud video systems cameras routers switchers (primarily NewTek TriCaster platform) graphics generation microwave transmission and associated terminal equipment. Assist Technical Operations Manager in establishing and enforcing workflows that support LiveNOWs mission. Other duties assigned as deemed appropriate and necessary.

REQUIREMENTS: Handson experience working in broadcast or related digital operations. Clear understanding of control room operations as related to broadcast television. Knowledge of digital streaming and the latest technology in that field as well as digital media technologies including content management. Working knowledge of TriCaster software and production switching equipment is a definite plus. Current relevant experience with digital video compression/encoding techniques and transmission. IT skills or general knowledge computers and networking equipment. Understanding of video standards and transport protocols. Problem solver. Multitasker. Impeccable attention to detail. Varied hours that include all dayparts weekends and holidays as required. Ability to adjust work schedule on an asneeded basis.

About FTS Digital: FOX Television Stations (FTS) Digital the digital arm of one of the nations largest owned & operated TV station groups is committed to being the digital leader in Live News and Sports. We invest in the very best people technology and ideas and were here to drive transformation of traditional media to exciting heights. Were looking for creative innovative leaders who are passionate about digital and crave a challenge. Were all in. Are you Lets go!

EOE/M/F/Veteran/Disabled

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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 $75000.0085000.00 annually for high cost labour markets such as but not limited to New York City and Los Angeles $62500.0070800.00 annually for all other US locations. 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.