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Freelance Scheduling Coordinator at Fox Corporation

Freelance Scheduling Coordinator

Fox Corporation · NY, US

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Freelance Scheduling Coordinator

Fox Corporation · NY, US

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About the Role

The Scheduling Coordinator will manage daily scheduling processes for the Technical Operations Department, ensuring continuous operation in a 24/7 news cycle. This role serves as a vital communication link among operations supervisors, technical managers, producers, and staff to ensure seamless technical support for all Fox News Media network broadcasts.

Responsibilities

  • Organize the schedule for technical operators, including staff and freelancers
  • Facilitate the coordination of tech operations time off requests using WorkDay and Advance Booking Calendars
  • Handle sick calls from technical operations staff and arrange cover for their shifts
  • Communicate daily crewing needs to tech managers and supervisors
  • Keep producers up-to-date with any changes in daily work schedules
  • Collaborate with the scheduling manager to fill open shifts and adjust to new programming changes
  • Manage daily production requests for pre-taped content, rehearsals, and program location changes using internal systems
  • Act promptly to scheduling needs during breaking news events
  • Keep the Fabric/Mediapulse scheduling system current by applying software updates
  • Be available for occasional on-call responsibilities to address urgent needs outside of regular hours
  • Carry out additional special projects or duties as assigned

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in television production or related field of study preferred, or equivalent experience
  • Relevant experience
  • Understanding of television production and the roles of technical crews
  • Strong ability to interact effectively with various levels across the organization
  • Proficiency in verbal and written communication; excellent phone etiquette
  • High competency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word)
  • Capability to maintain composure and efficiency under pressure
  • Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Strong conflict/resolution skills
  • Must be very organized, self-driven, and adept at working with others
  • Flexibility with work hours, willingness to work nights and weekends, and adaptability to a 24/7 work environment

Skills

  • Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)
  • Verbal communication
  • Written communication
  • Phone etiquette
  • Critical thinking
  • Problem-solving
  • Conflict resolution
  • Organization
  • Self-driven
  • Teamwork

Location

  • New York, NY

Work Type

  • Full-time
  • Onsite

Experience Level

  • Relevant experience required

Education Level

  • Bachelor's degree in television production or related field preferred, or equivalent experience

Salary/Compensations

  • $23.50-28.85 per hour

Benefits

  • Medical/dental/vision
  • Insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • Paid time off
  • Other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents
  • Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement

About the Company

  • FOX 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.
  • FNC is the number one network in all of cable and has been the most watched television news channel for 20 consecutive years.
  • FBN ranks among the top business channels on cable.
  • Owned by FOX Corporation, FOX News Media reaches 200 million people each month.

Equal Opportunity

  • Equal opportunity employer
  • 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.
  • Will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.