Manager of Production - NBC and Telemundo Philadelphia

Company Description

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.

Here you can be your authentic self. 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.

Spanning three floors of the Comcast Technology Center, the dazzling new home of NBC 10 and Telemundo 62 is an 80,000-square-foot broadcast center and Philadelphia’s news epicenter. It features cutting-edge newsroom IP technology and LEED energy-efficient design. NBC Universal is one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies in the development, production and marketing of entertainment, news, and information to a global audience.

The Technology & Operations department (PHI TechOps) provides providing Technical Support, Engineering, Media Operations, Production, Studios and Facilities services for internal clients for the local portfolio of NBCU Local Television Station businesses. 

Job Description

Reporting to the VP, Technology & Operations, the Manager of Production is a key leadership position within the Technology & Operations Organization.  The person will be responsible for the Linear and digital production vision for both NBC10 & Telemundo 62. They will manage the staff and daily operations of our Studios, Control Rooms, and our Media Center. They will also be an integral part of event planning, special programs, and the point person for our Central MCR playout center in Denver. They will partner closely with the Technology Management team and lead station initiatives and projects. The person will also collaborate with the RSN Technology & Operations team, located at the Wells Fargo Center, specifically the Studio Operations Manager.

Responsibilities include:

• Manage the Operations team, including hiring, feedback, and performance management. Maintain a culture of accountability and high performance.

• Singular contact for day-to-day operations involving the Studios, Control Room, and the Media Center. Ensure our customers are being served to the highest standards.
• Partner with the Manager of Technology on projects and day to day activities.  
• Responsible for FAST Channel and Digital Production and associated tools & technology.
• Collaborate with News Leadership to ensure editorial direction translates to successful on-air production.
• Participate in remote production planning including but not limited to site surveys, production crewing, and vendor management.
• Ensure appropriate EHS standards are implemented.
• Responsible for maintaining the station Disaster Recovery plan.   

• Cross train, coach, and develop members of the production teams.
• Create, document, and implement SOP’s.
• Track Operations Metrics including discrepancies.  
• Budget accountability, staff scheduling including payroll approval, vacation etc.
• Participate in key divisional initiatives e.g. roll-out of new workflows.

• Partner with the divisional Technology team on emerging technologies & requirements.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Take on other responsibilities as assigned. 
• 24/7/365 so must be willing to be on call and respond quickly to the needs of the business.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Degree in relevant area or equivalent work experience.
• Demonstrate progressive responsibilities in media production.
• Preferably two years in a supervisory role in a live broadcast environment. 
• Strong working knowledge in Studios, Remotes, Digital, and Operations in a Media environment
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadline