Full-Time VP, Sports Remote Production, Operations & Events Director
NBCUniversal is hiring a remote Full-Time VP, Sports Remote Production, Operations & Events Director. The career level for this job opening is Manager and is accepting Stamford, Connecticut based applicants remotely. Read complete job description before applying.
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Position Overview:The VP of Sports Remote Production, Operations & Events Director will have oversight of sports events logistical scheduling(crewing) and production management. This multifaceted position to also include production personnel hiring strategy and live sports/entertainment directing during studio or studio remote shows.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the development, strategy and guiding a team of remote operational leaders, production managers, and crewing/scheduling group.
- Hiring strategy and implementation of remote/studio production personnel and assignments.
- Directing of live studio or studio remote events as needed to maintain key knowledge base
- Staffing efficiencies, related to budget management of the department , contract development & experience with outside vendors
- Managing remote and/or REMI broadcast presentations, new technologies(streaming) and technical operations team and production management
- Partner with the SVP of Technical Operations, on the hiring of remote technicians
- Oversight of remote on-site surveys with guidance from the Tech Managers/Show Directors and operational leads
- Partner with HR and Labor Relations on all union related items inclusive of contract negotiations, onsite issues, labor management and ensuring applicable union rules are applied onsite
- Partner with Executive Producer & sport governing bodies for onsite efficiencies and other operational needs across the sports portfolio
- In cooperation with the executive and production teams, align and meet all company business, financial and budgetary goals
- Maintaining & building vendor relationships both operational and technical
- Steering Committee member for Sports Operations hiring, crewing and payment processing system; advising on improvements and functionality
QUALIFICATIONS – Basic Requirements:
- Minimum 20 years’ experience working in a television network production and operational/management leadership position
- Minimum 20 years of sports and entertainment event experience
- Producer and director “in the chair” experience with studio shows and remotes on national properties/broadcasts
- Experience in network and cable network daily operational needs in a startup or established mode is key.
- Proven ability to build and lead creative, forward-thinking teams
Desired Characteristics:
- Leadership
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Experienced knowledge base of college and professional basketball, golf, motorsports, entertainment “on site” remotes