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 ('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.

Job Description

Reports to: EVP, Corp and NBCU Media Group Comms

Location: New York, NY                                                                                

Job Duties

Help manage external communications for NBCUniversal, providing strategic communications and media relations leadership for NBCUniversal’s corporate executives and functions, including legal, government affairs, HR, finance, and operations and technology.Work with the EVP to coordinate external communications across NBCU businesses and brands. Lead issue management and crisis communication, including the development of communications plans and stakeholder outreach.Work closely with government affairs team on communications around federal and state public policy issues.Cultivate and manage relationships with key stakeholders to strengthen the company’s external presence.Manage press inquiries in a timely manner, build relationships with key industry reporters.Prepare leadership for media interviews, external speaking engagements and presentationsCollaborate with communications leaders across the portfolio to manage reputational issues and cross company announcementsWork closely with legal teams and HR to ensure that all external communications comply with industry regulations, corporate policies, and legal requirements. Stay informed on industry news and relevant policy changes to proactively address potential risks and identify new opportunities for the company.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

Minimum 10 years of experience in communications, strategy and executionPrior experience developing and executing successful communications strategies in the public sector around legislative and policy issues

Desired Characteristics:

Must have excellent written and oral communications skillsExceptional strategic thinking, project/campaign management and execution skillsDeep experience managing high-profile communications issues and expertise in crisis communications.An understanding of the public-sector and experience communicating about legislative and policy issues.Solid external communications / media relation skillsExcellent leadership and management skillsSelf-starter/strategic initiativeExceptional relationship builder; works effectively at all levels of the organizationAbility to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneouslyDemonstrated ability to balance vision and creative thinking with analytical rigor to meet the organizations goals.Expertise in anticipating and responding to industry trends and potential policy changes.Ability to develop and implement long-term, proactive communication strategies that align with the organization’s overall goals.

Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the new York City office a minimum of three days per week.

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: $190,000 - $235,000 (bonus and long-term incentive eligible).

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].