Production Technician

Job Description

Fox Television Stations is one of the nation's largest owned-and-operated network broadcast groups, comprising 29 stations in 18 markets and covering over 37% of US television homes. This includes seven duopolies in the top 10 markets: New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Dallas, San Francisco, Washington, DC and Houston; as well as duopolies in Minneapolis, Phoenix, Orlando and Seattle.

JOB DESCRIPTION

FOX6 Milwaukee is looking for an energetic Production Technician to assist with the production of live news broadcasts, commercial and promotional projects by operating equipment such as studio cameras, teleprompters, lighting equipment as well as Floor Directing. Get rewarded with great benefits including a generous time off package and stellar medical, dental, vision and a substantial company match 401k program.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position is responsible for studio lighting, constructing and maintaining sets. You must be familiar with a lighting grid. You will be cuing talent and assisting talent and guests with wireless microphones and IFB set up. In this role, you will operate special equipment such as the teleprompter and jib camera. You will be responsible for cleaning the studio and reporting any malfunctioning equipment to engineering.

QUALIFICATIONS:
The ability to handle simple tools and physically able to move studio fixtures is required. Must possess ability to communicate clearly and effectively to relay directions and work well in a team. Studio lighting experience and a basic understanding of set construction desired. Technical school education or equivalent experience in television or theater production procedures preferred.

At FOX, we foster a culture and environment where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. We are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent across our company. We live in a diverse world, with different ideas and different perspectives that come together to spark new ideas and make great things happen. That means reflecting the diversity of the world around us is critical to our company's success. We ensure that our viewers, communities and employees feel heard, represented, and celebrated both on screen and off.

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