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Freelance Viz Operator

New York, NY · On-site

$68.75 - $77.75/hr

Currently the number one network in all of cable, FNC has also been the most watched television ... programming. The Freelance Viz Operator will work directly with the technical staff to satisfy ...

Freelance Viz Operator

New York, NY

$68.75 - $77.75/hr

Currently the number one network in all of cable, FNC has also been the most watched television ... programming. The Freelance Viz Operator will work directly with the technical staff to satisfy ...

Freelance Viz Operator

New York, NY · On-site

$68.75 - $77.75/hr

Currently the number one network in all of cable, FNC has also been the most watched television ... programming. The Freelance Viz Operator will work directly with the technical staff to satisfy ...

Freelance Viz Operator

New York, NY · On-site

$68.75 - $77.75/hr

Currently the number one network in all of cable, FNC has also been the most watched television ... programming. The Freelance Viz Operator will work directly with the technical staff to satisfy ...

Freelance Playout Operator

New York, NY

$68.75 - $77.75/hr

Currently the number one network in all of cable, FNC has also been the most watched television ... Insert video elements during live programming as well as pretaped shows using a file server playout ...

Freelance Playout Operator

New York, NY · On-site

$68.75 - $77.75/hr

Currently the number one network in all of cable, FNC has also been the most watched television ... Insert video elements during live programming as well as pretaped shows using a file server playout ...

Freelance Lighting Technician

New York, NY · On-site

$68.75 - $77.75/hr

Currently the number one network in all of cable, FNC has also been the most watched television ... You'll collaborate closely with Lighting Managers, Programmers, Stage Technicians, Directors, and ...

Currently the number one network in all of cable, FNC has also been the most watched television ... Work with technical staff to satisfy production needs for live and pre-recorded programming ...

Social Media Coordinator (freelance) (part-time)Overview Hearst Media Production Group (HMPG) is ... programming for TV stations, broadcast and cable networks and streaming services. HMPG produces ...

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As of Jun 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance cable engineer in the United States is $47.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.28 and $61.78 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Freelance Viz Operator

Freelance Viz Operator

Fox

New York, NY • On-site

$68.75 - $77.75/hr

Part-time

Posted 2 days ago


Job description

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox 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 DESCRIPTION

Fox News is looking for a highly motivated Freelance Viz Operator to set up and play out all graphic elements that are integrated into pre-recorded and live programming. The Freelance Viz Operator will work directly with the technical staff to satisfy production requirements for live and pre-recorded programming under the supervision of the show's director and operations management.

**You will be scheduled for one of the following shifts based on business needs: overnight shifts or weekend morning shifts (5:00 AM, ET- 1:00 PM ET). **

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Execute cleanly on-air in a high-stress, rapidly changing environment

  • Quickly troubleshoot graphic errors with producers

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

  • Bachelor's degree preferred, or relevant work experience

  • 2+ years of graphic playout experience in a live control room environment

  • Knowledge of the Viz Trio system and 1 year of experience working with Viz in a live control room

  • Ability to work well independently as well as in a team setting

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills

  • Excellent typing, spelling, and grammatical skills

  • Solid working knowledge of HD quality control equipment

  • Ability to multitask in a stressful environment

  • iNews knowledge is a plus

  • Have a strong understanding of broadcast language

  • Must have a flexible schedule and be able to work a variety of shifts including overnights and weekends.

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 $36.00-43.75 per hour.