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Fox

Freelance Viz Operator

New York, NY

$68.75 - $77.75/hr

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 ...

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Freelance Utility Operator

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The Freelance Utility Operator will work in a dynamic and fluid production environment and be heavily involved in building facilities for programs, segments, and events in the studio, on location ...

Game Seven

Manager of Freelance Recruiting

New York, NY · On-site

$85K - $100K/yr

The Role Game Seven is seeking a full-time Freelance Recruiting Manager to identify, recruit, and ... You are equal parts recruiter, relationship-builder, and operator. You thrive in fast-paced ...

VDA, Inc.

Freelance CNC Operator

Somerville, MA · On-site

$22.25 - $30.50/hr

We are currently hiring for multiple temporary, part-time, and freelance positions, including: * CNC Operator These roles play a vital part in ensuring the seamless execution of world-class events ...

Framestore

Freelance: CG - Chicago

Chicago, IL · On-site

If you are a freelancer who would be interested in being kept on our books for future freelancing ... Experience with linux \ unix based operating systems * A working knowledge of at least one ...

Framestore

Freelance: CG - New York

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$600 - $900/day

If you are a freelancer who would be interested in being kept on our books for future freelancing ... Experience with linux \ unix based operating systems * A working knowledge of at least one ...

Framestore

Freelance: CG - Los Angeles

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

$600 - $900/day

If you are a freelancer who would be interested in being kept on our books for future freelancing ... Experience with linux \ unix based operating systems * A working knowledge of at least one ...

VDA, Inc.

Freelance Production Painter

Somerville, MA · On-site

$19.75 - $25.75/hr

... up and operating technical elements. Role Summary & Responsibilities Painter * Prep surfaces ... Freelance & Part-Time Work - Flexible scheduling based on event needs. * Exciting Projects - Work ...

VDA, Inc.

Freelance Event Associate

Somerville, MA · On-site

$22 - $35/hr

Lighting Technician * Assist in setting up and operating lighting equipment for events. * Ensure ... Freelance & Part-Time Work - Flexible scheduling based on event needs. * Exciting Projects - Work ...

VDA, Inc.

Freelance Production Carpenter

Somerville, MA · On-site

$23.75 - $32.25/hr

... operating technical elements. Role Summary & Responsibilities Carpenter * Read and interpret ... Freelance & Part-Time Work - Flexible scheduling based on event needs. * Exciting Projects - Work ...

VDA, Inc.

Freelance Van/Truck Driver

Somerville, MA · On-site

$22 - $35/hr

Lighting Technician * Assist in setting up and operating lighting equipment for events. * Ensure ... Freelance & Part-Time Work - Flexible scheduling based on event needs. * Exciting Projects - Work ...

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Freelance Viz Operator

Freelance Viz Operator

Fox

New York, NY

$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.

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

  • 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.

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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 $40.00-50.00 per hour.

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