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Company Description 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. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain, and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests, and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced, and heard. Together, we’ll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world. Job Description Director, NBA Operations reports to the Vice President, NBA Operations and will be responsible for managing NBA on NBC. Responsibilities Act as an effective communication conduit between Remote Operations Management, Production teams, and league contacts. Manage a team of Production Managers supporting NBA. Partner with arena/stadium/tournament personnel regarding mobile unit arrival and schedule. Oversee credentials, logistics such as compound set-up, security, catering, transportation, flight and hotel adjustments and report crew hours. Hire and partner with payroll to ensure correct and timely payment to the crew. Work closely with Production, Talent, and the show’s Technical Manager. Manage multiple budgets in coordination with the show’s Producer and Finance, ensuring all costs are accounted for and bills are paid. Oversee hotel block bookings. Oversee the shows’ crew schedule and provide support for Production and Talent needs; must work closely with the studio team. Travel onsite to remote NBA events. Qualifications Basic Requirements Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience. Minimum of 8+ years’ experience working on production or related projects. Proven knowledge of equipment and the equipment process as well as all procedures that are needed for various production projects. Ability to work effectively with persons at all levels within the internal organization and with those outside of the organization. Prior experience on high-level productions. Willingness to learn internal systems. Experience with unions. Desired Characteristics Prior experience working with the NBA and venues. Resourceful, organized, highly dependable, and efficient. Ability to adapt with last minute changes. Ability to multitask with a keen attention to detail. Ability to work independently and in a team environment (able to build strong relationships and facilitate collaboration across both internal and external departments/vendors). Time management and organizational skills. Strong problem solver, able to professionally handle high pressure and time sensitive situations; knowing when to escalate. Excellent professional oral and written communication skills. Flexibility with hours/weekends/holidays. Additional Requirements Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through to be considered. Willingness to travel, work late and across weekends, at times with short notice. Must be willing to work in Stamford, CT. Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States. Must be 18 years or older. Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week. 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]. #J-18808-Ljbffr NBCUniversal

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