Lead Audio Operator
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 Media is seeking an experienced Lead Audio Operator to support live studio broadcasts, remote productions, and breaking news coverage. In this role, you'll be responsible for mixing and managing broadcast audio, maintaining intercom and audio systems, and ensuring every broadcast delivers clear, consistent, and high-quality sound. You'll work closely with production, engineering, and technical teams while helping mentor and support other audio operators in a fast-paced, live environment.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
Serve as Lead A1 for live studio and remote productions
Design, build, and operate complex live audio workflows including studio and remote translations and transcriptions
Operate and program Calrec digital audio consoles for live news and special event coverage
Program and maintain intercom systems including Calrec RTS ADAM/AZ Edit environments
Partner with production, engineering, and technical teams to ensure seamless live broadcasts
Troubleshoot and resolve audio issues quickly during live productions
Perform daily audio checks for microphones, IFBs, and studio equipment before broadcasts
Mentor and support junior audio operators and freelance staff
Maintain high standards for audio quality across all live programming
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
Experience mixing audio for live television broadcasts
Expert-level proficiency with digital mixing consoles including Calrec, RTS intercom systems, AZ Edit, Dante, and AoIP audio networks
Strong understanding of broadcast signal flow and audio routing
Ability to troubleshoot technical issues in a fast-paced, live production environment
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Flexibility to work a variety of shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Ability to remain focused while working in a live control room for extended periods
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 $35.50-50.00 per hour. 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.