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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.

Role Summary: 

A Late Night programming show is seeking a receptionist to join their production staff to provide administration support. This is a staff role with end date and is anticipated to last the duration of two production seasons.

• Reception duties include answering phones, distributing mail/handling incoming and outgoing packages, greeting visitors, registering guests, coordinating production runs/logistics, and communicating with outside vendors.
• Office duties include maintaining databases and internal documents, upkeep of office & kitchen, tracking inventory, ordering and stocking supplies, and responsible for general office Petty Cash/PCard.
• Hire, onboard, and directly supervise Interns.
• Facilities and Operations contact for heat/air, phone issues, general office maintenance, deliveries.
• Coordinate Talent requests and fulfillment of rider items, communicate with Page about Green Room needs, and facilitate studio desk coverage as needed.
• Order crew catering
• Schedule meetings/maintain producer calendars/assist with other producer needs
• Other ad-hoc duties as outlined by Manager.

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 1+ years television or Film production work experience preferred.
• Previous Reception or assistant work experience preferred.
• Must be proficient on Mac.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office (Entourage, Excel, Word).
• Interested candidates must submit a resume for this job online to be considered.
• Must be willing to work in New York, NY.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must have ability to work flexible hours including weekends and evenings.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.

Desired Characteristics:     

• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge and interest in pop-culture is a plus.
• Detail oriented.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize in very busy situations.
• Demonstrate good “people skills” in order to interact with co-workers and producers.

Additional Requirements:

• Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.
• This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.

• Hourly salary range: $17.50 - $20.00
• The candidate who fills this position will be paid at least 60 hours per week regardless of whether they work less than 60 hours. Hours over 40 hrs/wk will be paid at the appropriate overtime rate.

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].