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The Technical Manager provides support for NBC News, MSNBC, and digital. This role will be responsible for managing the crew and production team to execute shows, as well as day-to-day operations.

• Oversee any or all NBCUniversal Studio and Control room production, assuring performance standards
• Work closely with scheduling to ensure proper crew assignments
• Work closely with Media Traffic Control, the Network News Desk and bookers to ensure successful execution of LIVE remotes into daily programming
• Liaise with NBCU operations & executive leadership
• Oversee facilities, IT, and maintenance services for assigned control room and studio during On-air operations
• Responsible for customer relationships within NBC brands.
• Must balance creative demands of various properties with outstanding operational management skills
• Develop & motivate crews, creating standards and expectations for excellence in broadcasting
• Execute business strategies and cost initiatives while maintaining day to day operations
• Manage demands during breaking & unplanned news events
• Implement unified operational strategy across NBCU show units
• Work in compliance with Integrity, Health and Safety Policies, and NBC News Standards and Practices
• On occasion, plan and execute technical support for NBC News remotes worldwide

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in live, studio television production
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working in a News environment
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in engineering support and operational experience in broadcast studio and production control room
• Minimum of 1 year of experience with field/remote production processes and equipment (including satellite/telco and communications)
• Must have proficient computer skills, including Apple, Outlook, MS Word, Excel 
• Experience in broadcast television
• Strong on-air operations and technical background
• Ability to work all shifts including days, overnights, weekends and holidays
• Deep working knowledge with control room and studio technology 
• Demonstrated management experience and customer focused

Eligibility Requirements

• Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered
• Must be willing to work in Washington DC
• Must be willing to travel on short notice for extended periods, including overnights, weekends, holidays, and overtime
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be 18 years or older

Desired Characteristics

• Solid leadership, clear communication, excellent interpersonal, and team building skills required
• Strong administrative and organizational skills
• Work well under pressure
• Experienced in working with represented as well as non-represented staff
• 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

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. NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.

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