Manager, Broadcast Operations Center - NBC Sports

Nbcuniversal 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 a state-of-the-art facility. This role involves managing high-profile sporting events and ensuring seamless on-air production through strategic planning and technical expertise. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating strong communication and interpersonal skills while collaborating with various media outlets and vendors. Join a dynamic team in a role that promises to challenge and excite, as you contribute to the delivery of world-class sports content across multiple platforms.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in TV production/broadcast operations with a focus on live environments.
• Knowledge of transmission systems and experience with ingest devices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations for high-profile sporting events and remote shows.
• Manage signal planning and ingest digital material for editing.

Skills

TV production

Broadcast operations

Signal and connectivity planning

Technical QC

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

College degree in communications/television production

Tools

Airspeed

Media Grid

Telestream

Microsoft Office

ScheduALL

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.

The Broadcast Operations Manager plan/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.