Manager, Broadcast Operations Center - NBC Sports

Oxygen Media LLC.; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Broadcast Operations Manager to oversee the daily operations of their Stamford facility. This exciting role involves managing high-profile sporting events, coordinating with media outlets, and ensuring seamless broadcast operations. The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and have a solid background in TV production and broadcast operations. Join a team dedicated to delivering world-class content and be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity and empowers its employees to excel.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in TV production/broadcast operations required.
• Experience with ingest and master control environments is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations for high-profile sporting events.
• Coordinate with media outlets and vendors for signal planning.
• Perform technical QC of ingested elements and operate equipment.

Skills

TV production

Broadcast operations

Transmission systems knowledge

Ingest devices knowledge

Microsoft Office

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

College degree in communications/television production

Tools

Airspeed

Media Grid

Telestream

ScheduALL scheduling system

Job description

Manager, Broadcast Operations Center - NBC Sports

• Full-time
• Business Segment: NBC Sports

We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we'll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

The Broadcast Operations Manager plans/manages the daily operation of the Stamford facility supplying the On-Air needs of our Productions and provides in-Studio Operations support for shows involving Multiple Complex Remote facilities usage.

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 (such as RSN, 30 Rock, and other NBC affiliates or Independent Networks)
• Work with vendors on signal and connectivity planning on assigned projects
• Ingest all digital and/or tape material for editing and browsing
• Schedule digital records of all guest cameras, stand-ups, and pre-taped shows and segments
• Perform technical QC of ingested elements
• Operate routers, waveform monitors, and vector scopes

Basic Requirements:

• College degree in communications/television production or related field, and/or equivalent experience
• Minimum five (5) years’ experience working in TV production/broadcast operations
• Minimum three (3) years’ experience with Ingest and/or Master Control live broadcast environment
• Knowledge of transmission systems and format specs
• Knowledge and experience with ingest devices (Airspeed, Media Grid, Telestream) and File transfer functions
• Excellent computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
• Must be a team player, with the ability to also work independently, with little supervision
• Must be available for all shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays

Desired Characteristics:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work in fast-paced, high-pressure environment under extreme deadline pressure
• Knowledge of ScheduALL scheduling system
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be 18 years or older
• Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.

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 [emailprotected].