Production Operation Specialist at NBCUniversal

San Antonio, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Video Production, Technical Directing, Audio Mixing, Robotics, Video Playback, Graphics Insertion, Switching, Story Editing, Quality Control, Media Management, Troubleshooting, Communication, Teamwork, Critical Thinking, Computer Skills, Video Editing

Industry

Entertainment Providers

Description

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 Production Operations Specialist to join the Technology team in San Antonio TX, supporting Telemundo 60 KVDA. As a Production Operations Specialist, you will be primarily responsible for preparing and executing the operation of the automated production control system (APC) for live and recorded television broadcasts. If you love challenges, enjoy working with people, and want to make a positive impact while being a part of a high performing team working at the leading edge of media technology, you could be the perfect match for our team. Job Responsibilities: Operate control room systems and automation, using templates to streamline technical directing, audio mixing, robotics, live/remote segment cut-ins, video playback, graphics insertion, and switching. Edit stories and clips to ensure high-quality, engaging content that aligns with production standards. Give direction and timing to talent and other technicians during broadcasts and studio productions. Develop and maintain system documentation for operational and troubleshooting purposes. Perform quality control of incoming and outgoing video/audio feeds. Push finalized media to on-air playback systems and confirm correct operation. Monitor and manage media storage capacity, perform regular maintenance, and purge outdated files Performs other control room and studio related duties as assigned. Required onsite. This position is required to be performed full time onsite from an NBCUniversal designated work site. Qualifications Qualifications: Minimum 2 years of experience working in video production or local news, preferably TD/Directing experience with Ross Overdrive Production Automation or a similar system. Experience with production switcher operations, manual and automated video and graphics play out, and audio board operations. Must have strong oral/written communication skills, solid interpersonal skills, be able to work in a team, and be able to work accurately under pressure and deadlines. Must demonstrate the ability to remain calm under pressure and think critically. Strong Computer Skills: Minimum 3 years of experience with computer applications working and monitoring multiple screens and software applications simultaneously in a broadcast environment. Good troubleshooting judgment. Video editing skills. Eligibility Requirements: Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered Must be willing to work in San Antonio TX Willingness to travel and work outside standard hours, and on weekends with short notice Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States Must be 18 years or older Must be covered by Solutions, NBCU’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Program 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].

Responsibilities

The Production Operations Specialist will operate control room systems and automation for live and recorded broadcasts, ensuring high-quality content. Responsibilities include editing stories, giving direction during productions, and maintaining system documentation.