Broadcast Production / Master Control Technician
- Location
- Milwaukee, WI
- Listed
- 6 days ago
Overview of the Company
Fox TV Stations
FOX Television Stations (FTS) owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations, including stations in 14 of the top 15 markets and duopolies in 11. Eighteen are FOX Network affiliates, and together the stations produce approximately 1,300 hours of local news every week. FOX LOCAL, the company's free ad-supported digital and streaming product, extends that news, weather and local content across connected TV & mobile devices. LiveNOW from FOX expands the FTS portfolio even further as the only national streaming services to be truly live 24/7, covering breaking news and events as they happen.
About the role
FOX6 Milwaukee is on the hunt for a stellar Broadcast Production Technician. This position will play a vital role in a team that supports News Operations, Production, Master Control and the entire television station. You will work with producers and the control room crew to create live, compelling, error-free newscasts. We have the perfect arena with top-notch technology waiting for you to jump in and make a difference on day one.
This is a union-represented position.
A Snapshot of Your Responsibilities
- Operate broadcast control room and master control equipment
- Direct newscasts using Ross Overdrive, operate audio consoles and robotic cameras, and successfully bring in live shots from reporters in the field
- Work with Producers and Control Room Crew to create live, compelling, error-free newscasts
- Successfully execute weather and breaking news cut-ins, edit playlists, carry out EAS tests, and monitor transmitter functions in accordance with FCC rules and regulations
- Monitor broadcast streams, insert commercials, record and prep on-air content
- Work under tight deadlines and must have a strong eye for detail and accuracy
What You Will Need
- High school diploma
- 1+ years of experience in a broadcast operation
- Experience in one or more of the following areas and willingness to learn the others: directing newscasts, audio operations, robotic cameras, master control, and TOC (bringing in live shots)
- Ability to work unique shifts and schedules including weekends and holidays
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
- Make quick decisions and react quickly to changing events while remaining calm under pressure
- Strong attention to detail is necessary
Nice to Have but Not a Dealbreaker
- College or technical degree
- Experience with Evertz Mediator, Ross Overdrive, iNews, BitCentral, and Chyron
Additional information
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 $16.98-37.58 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.
View more detail about FOX Benefits.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
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.
From Fox's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 4, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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