Audio Engineer, MSNBC

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
We are looking for an audio engineers to join our MSNBC Audio Unit. These roles will work across the unit to support multiple projects, to ensure high technical standards by mixing tape for audio platforms and fine tuning our video podcasts. The engineers will report to the Senior Production Manager and collaborate with the producers to ensure podcasts are beautifully mastered and delivered to spec. The engineers should understand and have an interest in news and politics, as well as journalism best practices.
Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Technical setup ahead of interviews & support during recordings
• Ingest video & audio for podcast edits
• Mix audio episodes
• Work on high-level video podcast episodes
• Weigh in on technical setup on remote recordings
• Collaborate with TV crews on cross-platform shoots
• Collaborate with event venues on live recordings
• Troubleshoot problems with Descript, ProTools and Riverside
• Make updated equipment suggestions to Production Manager
• Work with Production Manager to make sure all producers & APs have necessary equipment and technical resources
• Ensure spec compliance for audio & video podcasts platforms
• Develop/maintain in-house music library
• Compile cue sheets

Additional Requirements

• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through nbcunicareers.com to be considered
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.
• Must be willing to work varied shifts as news changes

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary Range: $100,000-$125,000
Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
• 4+ years of audio production experience
• High-level technical expertise in ProTools and Descript
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects under deadline

Desired Qualifications:

• Collaborative attitude and strong communication skills
• Self-starter
• Fast learner
• Enjoys solving problems
• Works well within a large organization

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.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].
Although you'll be hired as an NBCU employee, your employment and the responsibilities associated with this job likely will transition to Versant in the future. By joining at this pivotal time, you'll be a part of this exciting company as it takes shape.