Project Manager

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NBCUniversal's Media Operations is responsible for managing the content supply chain of the company and key functions such as content ingest, QC, preparation, and fulfillment to meet the needs of our customers worldwide. Media Operations is seeking a Project Specialist to lead several key initiatives across the department including but not limited to hardening and refreshing technical infrastructure, migrating workflows to new technology stacks, and overseeing the successful launch of new channels, services, or tentpole live events within the operation.

The Project Manager will be responsible for leading and influencing cross-functional project teams across Operations, Product, and Engineering and aligning closely with our third-party vendors to deliver business-critical initiatives.  The Project Specialist will work closely with media technologies - automation systems, workflow tools, cloud-based storage and processing, and scheduling and order management systems - and develop a working knowledge of how the operation works today to drive the department's supply chain transformation strategy.

The Project Manager will be expected to use project management best practices such as task lists, issues lists, and project timelines. The Project Manager will host meetings, document workflows, develop test matrices, and oversee UAT.  Additionally, the Project Manager will be responsible for all project updates and communication to stakeholders and senior leadership. A successful Project Manager will be accountable, manage all critical project details, and display high levels of ownership throughout.  The Project Manager is a Remote position.

Basic Requirements:

• 5+ years of work experience in broadcast or a media-related field.
• 3+ years of experience managing projects in a broadcast or media-related field.
• Proven track record of effectively managing tasks and tracking issues in a technical operation.
• Experience leading project meetings and delivering executive-level presentations.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

Desired Characteristics:

• College degree from a 4-year college or university.
• 3+ years of formal project management experience, preferably in broadcast or a media-related field.
• Experience with file-based workflows.
• Experience with cloud-based technologies.
• Experience with IT networking, preferably in a broadcast setting.

Additional Requirements:

This position has been designated as commutable remote, meaning that the position is expected to contribute from the designated office location on an as needed/as directed basis.  When not contributing onsite, the position is expected to contribute from a non-NBCUniversal worksite, most commonly the employee's residence.

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. Salary range: $100,000 - $140,000

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