Sr. Production Manager

Company Description

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. 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.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.

Job Description

The Senior Production Manager position reports to the Sr. Director of Remote Operations and will be responsible for managing Versant Sport production projects in any of the three areas: On-site/Remote, home base and studio.

Responsibilities:

· Oversee the entire production process to ensure it stays on schedule and within budget, from internal planning until final delivery of event.

· Collaborate with Finance and Production teams to develop and manage budgets, monitor expenses, and provide regular financial reporting. Negotiate with suppliers and vendors to optimize costs and ensure budget adherence.

· Act as an effective communication conduit between Remote Operations Management and the Production teams

· The Senior Production Manager coordinates with arena / stadium / and or tournament personnel regarding mobile unit arrival and schedule

· Coordinates generator 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

· Work closely with Production, Talent, and the show's Technical Manager to develop and maintain the full production schedule—from pre-production through live event execution.

· Collaborate closely with the Technical Manager and show vendors, including those providing specialty cameras and other technical services.

· Execute and distribute the show’s Production Memo, outlining all logistics and key production details.

· Coordinate travel arrangements for the production crew, including flights, rental cars, and hotel accommodations.

· When assigned to the studio, they will oversee the studio crew schedule and provide support to both Production and Talent teams; maintain close coordination with studio Technical Managers.

· Identify, onboard, and assess production support staff such as production assistants (PAs), runners, spotters, stage managers, makeup artists, and statisticians.

· Ensure compliance with all safety regulations in partnership with the Technical Manager and EHS.

· Serve as the primary Production Manager for WNBA operations, while supporting other Versant Media Sports properties (including Golf) as needed.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in communications, business or a related field

· Minimum 6-8 years of experience in television production or related media projects

· Strong, proven understanding of the end-to-end production process, with a focus on sports television

· Proven understanding and competency of the Microsoft Office Suite

· Strong leadership and management skills are needed to guide the production team.

· Proven knowledge of equipment and the equipment process as well as all procedures that are needed for various production projects

· Must have a proven ability to work effectively with persons at all levels within the internal organization and with those outside of the organization

· Must be willing to learn internal systems.

· Must be willing to work nights and weekends<