Manager, BOC Operations - NBC Sports

Nbcuniversal3; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k)

Paid leave

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

NBCUniversal in Stamford, CT is seeking a seasoned broadcast operations professional to oversee day-to-day sports event operations, planning, booking, and monitoring across live productions and remote shows.

Requirements include a BA/BS in communications, 5+ years in TV production or 7+ years ingest/master control, and knowledge of satellite/fiber transmission; proficiency with Microsoft 365 is expected. Salary range $100,000–$112,000, with bonus eligibility.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in communications or related field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years in TV production or broadcast operations, or 7+ years ingest/master control.
• Knowledge of satellite/fiber transmission and format specs.
• Strong multitasking and computer skills, including Microsoft 365.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations for high-profile sporting events from planning to monitoring.
• Strategic transmission planning for remote shows and productions.
• Coordinate with NBC affiliates, master controls and partners on transmission needs.
• Work with vendors on signal and connectivity planning for projects.
• Plan and distribute transmission info to internal/external partners.
• Track budget guidelines for projects and live shots.

Skills

Multitasking

Communication

Live production

Broadcast ops

Education

BA/BS in Comm

Tools

Airspeed

Media Grid

Telestream

ScheduALL

Job description

Responsibilities

• Oversee / Manage day to day operations from planning, booking, and monitoring high profile sporting events
• Strategic transmission planning for remote shows and productions
• Act as the liaison with Media Outlets and Master Controls (30 Rock, Versant, Dry Creek, Peacock and other NBC affiliates or Independent Networks)
• Work with vendors on signal and connectivity planning on assigned projects
• Plan and distribute transmission and connectivity info to internal and external partners.
• Disseminate information among all other production and operations staff.
• Track budget guidelines for projects, live shots, and related assignments
• Reacts immediately to breaking news; serves as the primary sports newsgathering resource point person for Production and associated transmission needs.
• Knowledge of sporting events and overall sports knowledge
• Schedule all live ingest of material for all of NBC Sports & Peacock
• Ability to operate routers, video scopes, Multiview's and comms panel

Qualifications/Requirements

• BA/BS degree in communications /television production or related field, and/or equivalent work experience
• 5+ years experience in TV production / broadcast operations / Satellite Operations OR 7+ years experience with Ingest and/or Live Master Control
• Knowledge of satellite/fiber transmission and format specs
• Strong multitasking skills
• Excellent computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft 365

Desired Characteristics

• Knowledge and experience with ingest devices (Airspeed, Media Grid, Telestream) and File transfer functions
• Team player, with the ability to also work independently, with little supervision
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work in fast paced, high-pressure environment under deadline pressure
• Knowledge of ScheduALL or similar broadcast/news scheduling system

Additional Requirements

• Must be willing to work in Stamford, CT
• Must be available for all shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Must be flexible for late or last-minute scheduling changes
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be 18 years or older
• Required On-Site: This position is designated as full-time on-site and must be performed from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $100,000 to $112,000 (bonus eligible).

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [e-mail].