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 a Senior Production Manager to join our MSNBC Audio Unit. This role will work across the unit to support multiple projects, managing operational and technical structures that keep the unit moving. The Senior Production Manager will ensure high technical standards, design workflows, mix tape, and manage a small team of engineers. They will also work to build unit cohesion through strong organizational and administrative skills, and collaboration with the external platform partners that showcase our content. The Senior Production Manager will report to and work closely with the unit’s Executive Producer to ensure that the department is running smoothly and to make sure our public presence is properly managed. The Senior Production Manager should have an understanding of and interest in news and politics, as well as journalism best practices.

Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Manage production calendarsTrain new team members, including our linear partners responsible for showcasts & ensure podcasts are posted properly to specHelp set up shootsBook studiosBook crewsManage needs for live event recordingsCollaborate with TV crews on best audio practicesServe as on-the-ground audio mixerIngest video & audio for podcast editsOperations support to launch new podcasts, including: Posting trailers & feed dropsNotifying Sirius of new showsCollaborating with marketing & EP on feed presentationWork with platforms team to build website infrastructure for new shows Build new feedsAs new shows are launched, design workflows around existing personnel and resourcesMaintain & organize cloud storage foldersMaintain log of equipment & purchase equipment when neededEvaluate software & hardware needs for the unit; source & negotiate contracts with vendorsTroubleshoot technical problemsManage a team of engineersAssigning engineers to audio mixes and video edits where appropriateHiring freelance engineers when neededEstablish video podcast workflows & ensure compliance to specMix episodes; QC final episodesLicense music for episodes & maintain music libraryOversee copyrighting processes & manage cue sheets

Additional Requirements

Must be willing to work varied shifts as news changesInterested 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.

When you join the NBCUniversal family, you’ll get… 

We’re a global company that values our employee’s individual experiences and wellbeing. We know that we’re smarter, more dynamic and better together. That’s why we offer benefits and perks to meet your unique needs. Read more about them on our careers site here. We invite you to seek the excitement, the challenges and the opportunities that make working here so rewarding. Salary Range: $105,000-145,000

QualificationsBachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience7+ years of audio production experienceHigh-level technical expertise in ProTools and DescriptDemonstrated ability to handle multiple projects under deadline

Desired Qualifications:

Collaborative attitude and strong communication skillsSelf-starterFast learnerEnjoys solving problemsWorks 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.