Fox Sports Australia is currently recruiting an OB Graphics Technician to join our Fox Sports Productions – Graphics Operations team.
Reporting to our Head of Graphics Operations, you will be responsible for providing direct technical support and maintenance across a range of broadcast production, IT and On-Air Transmission systems.
You will have the opportunity to primarily focus on live to air real-time graphics systems, supporting both outside broadcast and onsite delivery streams.
The position requires working as both part of a team and/or individually depending on the shift, as it is on a flexible roster focused on sporting events, which includes working nights, weekends, and public holidays.
Major Areas of Responsibility: Setup and testing of remote technical equipment, integrating real-time graphics system video feeds across outside broadcast and studio modelsUndertake incident maintenance on Broadcast and IT equipment efficiently and effectively to restore service as quickly as possibleCollect and document information for subsequent problem management to eliminate or minimise recurring incidentsUndertake planned maintenance on broadcast and IT equipment, including back-up, testing, and servicing of application buildsPrioritise maintenance activities ensuring that all duties are completed to an acceptable standard in a timely and safe mannerDevelop and maintain maintenance instructions, equipment guides, and configuration informationIntegrate, commission and perform testing on new systems and equipment as part of operational handoverUndertake project-related tasks and assist within project delivery tasksMaintain database assets and update where necessaryFollow up, track outstanding issues, and report progress to the head of Graphics OperationsPerform server and network maintenance tasksUpdate system incident logs to ensure trends identified and escalated to problem management for further analysisSkills and Experiences We're Looking For: At least three years' experience in multi-channel live TV 24x7 network systems, understanding user requirements and workflow within the TV Production and Business IT environmentsExperience with real-time graphics platforms – specifically Vizrt / Trio controlPrevious Broadcasting experience in repairing and maintaining Analogue and Digital Broadcast equipment (Video, Audio, RF)Demonstrable computer networking skills to support an efficient maintenance service across Broadcast and IT networked devices/systemsAbility to manage multiple tasks against tight deadlines and work well under pressureStrong written and verbal communication skills to provide clear and concise technical support services to the Studio Production and Operations areasGood understanding of Microsoft server environmentsExperience working with the Windows Desktop environmentAbility to recognise and solve IT problems as the real-world problems of people trying to get their work done quickly and efficiently, often under very tight broadcast deadlinesAn Electronics and Communications Certificate (or Diploma/Associate Diploma in Electronics Engineering) or equivalent#J-18808-Ljbffr
