Production Manager

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.

Job Description

Job Duties:

• Act as an effective communication conduit between Remote Operations Management and the Production teams.
• PM is expected to help uphold and create a safe and compliant working environment on all remote, live productions.
• For special events, PM shall manage and track event deadlines related to broadcast services, event registration, talent support and the publishing of production schedules.
• Together with our external business partners and third-party vendors, the PM coordinates technical power needs, equipment levels, internet needs, credentials, logistics such as compound set-up, security, catering, transportation, flight and hotel adjustments and reports crew logs; hires and partners with payroll for paying all support crews.
• The Production Manager works closely with Production and Talent and with the show’s Technical Manager.
• The Production Manager manages within the show’s budget in coordination with the show’s Producer and Finance. This includes ensuring all costs are accounted for and bills are paid.
• The Production Manager executes and publishes the show’s Production Memo which includes that show’s logistics.
• The Production Manager books the traveling crews’ flights, rental cars and hotel reservations.
• When in the studio the Production Manager manages the studio shows’ crew schedule and provides supports for Production and Talent needs; he/she works closely with studio Technical Managers.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• A working understanding of global sports content with an emphasis on Mexican, English Premier League and International soccer, US domestic sports and boxing.
• Understanding of live television production workflows.
• General computer skills: INEWS, MS Office, Avid Interplay, file based production, etc.
• Ability to interact effectively with all sports personnel and specific department staff who can impact daily operations.
• Must be able to work a non-conventional work schedule including nights, weekends, holidays and must have a valid passport for travel.
• Demonstrated organizational skills. Able to work effectively in a high-pressure environment without direct supervision.
• Ability to create timelines and manage documentation for special events.
• Ability to multi-task and follow directions from various members of the team.
• Ability to communicate in a fast-paced and stressful environment.
• Must be able to always represent the department and company in a professional, compliant, and ethical manner.
• Fluency in English and Spanish preferred.

Additional Requirements:

• This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.
• Must be willing to submit to a background investigation
• Must be 18 years or older
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be covered by Solutions, NBCU’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Program
• Displays a positive work ethic and can work under tight deadlines
• Willing and able to travel internationally for extended periods of time
• High degree of integrity and professionalism

Additional Information

NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender ident