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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.

CNBC is looking for a freelance Technical Associate to join our Operations team.  The Technical Associate will be responsible for executing a range of technical production roles for live, taped and streaming CNBC programming. This individual should possess a clear understanding of production workflows, from asset creation to studio and control room operations. The candidate should be fluent in the operation of PC-based systems. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter who embraces new technology, innovation and creative problem-solving. We operate in a fast-paced, high-pressure conditions, this individual should have exposure to live broadcasting culture and be comfortable working in this environment.

This individual should have a passion for production and be ready to work in the following types of roles: Stage Manager, Jib, Robo Camera, Pedestal Camera, Teleprompter, Clip Playback, Video, Studio Wall Operation and AR/NCam knowledge.

Candidates should be available to work at all hours.  This includes nights, weekends and holidays.

Technical Production roles include, but are not limited to the following:

• Stage Managing
• Jib Camera
• Pedestal Camera
• AR & NCam knowledge
• Prompter & Clip Playback
• Video Shading & Robotic Camera Control
• Remote Robotic Camera
• Studio Video Wall Operations

Qualifications:

• Experience in a live broadcast environment
• PC literate
• Ability to work all hours including nights, weekends, holidays and overtime

Desired Characteristics

• BA or college-level equivalent
• Creative troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Proven ability to perform in fast-paced and high-pressure environment
• Excellent communication skills

Additional Information 

This position is required to be performed full-time from a Versant-designated worksite.

Salary: $45,500 ($25/hr)

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].

Although you'll be hired as an NBCU employee, your employment and the responsibilities associated with this job likely will transition to Versant in the future. By joining at this pivotal time, you'll be a part of this exciting company as it takes shape.