Job Description
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.
Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('SpinCo') 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.
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 We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Live Events Technical Manager to be the critical coordination point for live productions at our Stamford, CT Studios. In this pivotal role, you will be the technical linchpin ensuring seamless execution of remotely produced live sports, bridging the technical communications between production, engineering, and all operations teams.
Responsibilities: Live Event Production Support - Serve as the primary Stamford technical point of contact during live productions
- Conduct real-time quality control of video and audio signals
- Provide immediate, executive-level communication of technical issues
- Assist with technical setup and troubleshooting
- Partner with the Onsite Venue Tech Manager on all technical show executions
Technical Planning and Coordination - Develop comprehensive technical plans and documentation for live events
- Manage pre- and post-show technical meetings
- Create detailed show reports; issues, improvements and production insights
- Resolve potential technical resource conflicts proactively
Strategic Technology Engagement - Collaborate with Production, Tech Ops, and Engineering teams
- Assess and recommend improvements to technical operations workflows
- Participate in testing and implementation of new workflows
Cross-Team Collaboration - Foster strong relationships across internal teams and external partners
- Facilitate clear, effective communication between departments
- Escalate technical issues appropriately and ensure timely resolution
Qualifications Basic Requirements: - Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience
- Minimum five 5 years' experience in live technical production experience
- Must have proficient computer skills, including Apple, Outlook, MS Word, Excel
- Must be able to work across weekends, during the week and flexible and long hours
Desired Characteristics: - Strong understanding of broadcast and production technologies
- Exceptional communication and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work under pressure in fast-paced live environments
- Proven track record of technical coordination and team collaboration
Additional Requirements: - Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through to be considered
- Willingness to work long hours, including nights and weekends
- Must be willing to work in Stamford, CT
- Must be willing to submit to a background investigation
- Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
- It is the policy of NBCUniversal and NBCUniversal' s affiliated businesses to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy) sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law
- Required On-Site : This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite
Additional Information 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.
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