Production Coordinator - job 1 of 5

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.

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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.

The Production Coordinator position reports to the Sr. Director of Operations and plays a key role within the Versant Sports Operations team. The candidate will be responsible for supporting the production coordination needs of assigned remote Versant Sports broadcasts. Additionally, the role requires collaboration with studio-based colleagues as needed to help manage and facilitate all aspects of event logistics.

Responsibilities:

• Support Production and Operations teams throughout all phases of production, both on remotes and in-studio.
• Navigate internal databases and documentation related to broadcast schedules, crewing, and personnel management.
• Assist with post-event budget reconciliation in coordination with the on-site Production Manager.
• Manage all travel logistics for Talent, Production staff, and Crew, including flights, hotels, and ground transportation.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors to manage remote and studio logistics, including crewing, scheduling, HR, facilities, IT, catering, and cleaning services.
• Maintain fiscal responsibility by managing purchase cards and adhering to assigned event budgets.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and broadcast partners to ensure timely delivery of show assets and support event logistics.
• Provide general administrative support as needed to ensure smooth production operations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in communications or a related field.

• Minimum two (2) years’ experience in the television/film production business, preferably at a network or production facility.
• Working knowledge of Excel and Smartsheet’s is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of Sports production
• Excellent communication, organizational and time-management skills.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Willingness to work overtime, and on nights and weekends as needed (flexibility in broadcast environment is imperative)

• Must be willing to physically work out of our Stamford CT locations
• Must be willing to travel if/when needed
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be 18 years or older

Desired Characteristics:

• Ability to adhere to tight deadlines, communicate clearly and be able to handle multiple tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Interest in the Operations side of Sports Broadcasting.
• Collaborative and team oriented.
• Willingness to work flexible days/hours, including nights and weekends.

This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

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.