Freelance Playout Operator

Fox CorporationNew York, NY

$35 - $44 / hour

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Overview

Schedule

Alternate-schedule

Career level

Senior-level

Remote

On-site

Compensation

$35-$44/hour

Benefits

Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Leave

Job Description

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 seeking a Freelance Video Playout Operator to join our Fox News Channel team. As the Freelance Video Playout Operator, you will replace staff members who are on vacation or sick leave, including holidays and weekend shifts. You must be able to handle high pressured live news broadcasts of a 24/7 news environment. Additionally, you must be willing to work early mornings, overnights, weekends, and holidays. You have a positive attitude, are detail-oriented, and are a team player looking to take on challenging tasks.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

Insert video elements during live programming as well as pretaped shows using a file server playout system
Count back to directors and roll elements simultaneously
Record and edit quick turnaround pieces
Multi-task and work in a team environment
Understand how iNews and the playback file server systems operate

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

Experience with Playback
An eye for content to aide in getting correct or newsworthy video elements to air
Ability to be detail oriented
Available to work early mornings, evenings, overnights, weekend shifts.
Must be willing to work on holidays
Strong understanding of iNews
Strong understanding of using a file server playout system
Basic computer skills
Willing to adapt and learn new technologies
Viz knowledge is a plus

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 $35.00-43.75 per hour.

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FAQs About Freelance Playout Operator Jobs at Fox Corporation

What is the work location for this position at Fox Corporation?

This job at Fox Corporation is located in New York, NY, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.

What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Fox Corporation?

Candidates can expect a pay range of $35–$43.75 per hour for this role.

What employment applies to this position at Fox Corporation?

Fox Corporation lists this role as a Alternate-schedule position.

What experience level is required for this role at Fox Corporation?

Fox Corporation is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.

What benefits are offered by Fox Corporation for this role?

Fox Corporation offers following benefits: Paid Holidays and Paid Sick Leave for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.

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