Freelance Technical Director

Washington, District of Columbia, USAContract$83k–$104k2026-11-05 → 2026-11-10

Freelance / independent contractor

Core

Operate the control room for live news programming and ensure seamless production of visual elements in a 24/7 news environment.

Role type

Freelance Technical Director (Live News/Broadcast)

Builds

Live news programming across FOX News networks

Domain

Media & Broadcasting

Required skills

Live news production, switcher operation, DVE operation, device controller operation, video server management, real-time troubleshooting, leadership in high-pressure environments

Preferred skills

Bachelor's degree, knowledge of current events, adaptability to new technologies

Technologies

Switchers, DVEs, device controllers, video servers

Responsibilities

Direct live, fast-paced productions; collaborate with producers and designers; organize and maintain switcher files and visual effects; monitor video workflows and troubleshoot technical issues in real time

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC

About Fox

FOX is seeking a Staff Product Manager, Emerging Technology to define, prototype, and scale next-generation AI-powered products and platforms across FOX’s media, technology, and business ecosystem. This role will focus on emerging technologies, generative AI systems, retrieval-augmented generation, agentic workflows, computer vision, forecasting and predictive modeling, data-driven insights platforms, and intelligent automation.