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PEP Technical Production Manager

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Hybrid
New York, NY, USA
45-55 Hourly
Mid level
Hybrid
New York, NY, USA
45-55 Hourly
Mid level
The Technical Production Manager oversees live studio operations, manages crews, coordinates technical needs, and ensures efficient broadcasts during high-pressure situations.
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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 global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information.
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.
Job Description
PLEASE NOTE: This position is classified for intermittent freelance work and is expected to average fewer than 1,000 hours during the annual measurement period. Scheduling will vary based on business needs.
NBCUniversal is looking for Technical Production Managers on a freelance basis to lead live studio and control room operations across NBC News and Digital platforms.
The Technical Production Manager provides support for NBC Platforms such as NBC News Now, NBC News, and occasionally Sports, Entertainment, and Digital. This role will be responsible for managing the crew and production team to execute shows, as well as day-to-day operations.
In this role, you will:
  • Manage and motivate crews to ensure top-tier broadcasts.
  • Oversee studio, control room, and live remote operations.
  • Coordinate technical and logistical needs for live programming.
  • Handle breaking news, high-pressure situations, and rapid changes.
  • Liaise with NBCU operations & executive leadership.
  • Ensure efficient utilization of company resources within a fast-paced, rapidly changing news environment.
  • Responsible for customer relationships within NBC brands. Must balance creative demands of various properties with outstanding operational management skills.
  • Execute business strategies and cost initiatives while maintaining day to day operations.
  • Manage demands during breaking & unplanned news, sports, and entertainment events.
  • Implement unified operational strategy across NBCU show units.
  • Work in compliance with Integrity, Health and Safety Policies, and NBC News Standards and Practices.

Qualifications
Basic Requirements:
  • 3+ years of experience in live, studio television production.
  • 2+ years of experience working in a News environment.
  • Strong technical knowledge of studio/control room and field production.
  • Leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Flexibility to work nights, overnights, weekends, and holidays on an as-needed basis.

Desired Characteristics:
  • Deep working knowledge with control room and studio technology
  • Solid leadership, clear communication, excellent interpersonal, and team building skills required.
  • Demonstrated management experience and customer focused.
  • Work well under pressure.
  • Experienced in working with DGA, NABET, IATSE, as well as non-represented.
  • Excellent team facilitation and knowledge of team problem solving techniques.
  • Ability to Facilitate change, serve as a change agent in the organization.
  • Excellent ability to manage multiple tasks and challenges at the same time.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication.
  • Ability to work within a budget.

Additional Information:
  • Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.
  • Salary Range: $45.00-$55.00/hour

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].
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