Live Events Operations Manager - NBC Sports

This is a Full Time Job

Responsibilities:
• Oversee all operational aspects of over 300 live sporting events per year
• Execute remote production needs such as scheduling crew, ordering onsite facilities, transmission and creating and distributing paperwork
• Support the Live Events production team and onsite technical crew by serving as onsite Tech Manager when needed
• Maintain inventory of Live Events related equipment
• Help manage the Live Events budget, including monthly forecasting, payroll and invoice processing
• Collaborate with other departments and personnel to execute various initiatives and improve production workflows
• Support the integration of new technologies into the broadcast
• Build and maintain relationships with external vendors and team partners
• Understand and proactively navigate the constantly evolving production landscape

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field, and/or equivalent experience
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in live event broadcasts
• Solid base knowledge of remote, cloud based television production equipment and operations workflows
• Technical understanding of a live event broadcast

Desired Characteristics
• Working knowledge of digital video and social media production a plus
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Highly motivated, organized, self-starter interested in and able to excel in rapidly evolving environment
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment with high energy and a teamwork mentality
• Hard work ethic, positive attitude, and strong organizational skills
• Openness to evolution of workflow based on changing industry and company climates

Additional Requirements:
• Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered
• Flexible hours with the ability to work long days, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Need to work onsite in Philadelphia, PA, and travel if necessary
• Must be 18 years or older
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States

Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite - Philadelphia, PA.