Scheduling Coordinator, Technical Operations

$46,280 - $65,000/Yr

Fox News Network - New York, NY

Full-time - Entry Level

New York, NY

About the position

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Scheduling Coordinator to become a part of our Technical Operations Department at FOX News Media. This role involves managing our daily scheduling processes across the department, which requires close collaboration with colleagues, staff, freelancers, and management. The Scheduling Coordinator's primary responsibility will be to organize and arrange assignments for technical staff working on various Fox News Media networks and shows, ensuring continuous operation in our 24/7 news cycle. This individual will serve as a vital communication link among operations supervisors, technical managers, producers, and the broader staff to ensure seamless technical support for all Fox News Media network broadcasts. The Scheduling Coordinator will be responsible for organizing the schedule for technical operators, including both staff and freelancers. This includes facilitating the coordination of tech operations time off requests using WorkDay and Advance Booking Calendars, handling sick calls from technical operations staff, and arranging cover for their shifts. The role requires close collaboration with tech managers and supervisors to communicate daily crewing needs and keep producers informed of any changes in the daily work schedules. Additionally, the Scheduling Coordinator will work 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, and act promptly to scheduling needs during breaking news events. The position also involves keeping the Xytech/Mediapulse scheduling system current by applying software updates and being available for occasional on-call responsibilities to address urgent needs outside of regular hours. The Scheduling Coordinator may also carry out additional special projects or duties as assigned, making this a dynamic and engaging role within the Technical Operations Department.

Responsibilities

• Organize the schedule for technical operators, including both 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
• Work closely with tech managers and supervisors by communicating daily crewing needs
• Keep producers up-to-date with any changes in the 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 Xytech/Mediapulse scheduling system current by applying software updates
• 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
• 2+ years of 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

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off
• Other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents