Media Operations Specialist, NBC & Telemundo Philadelphia

Company Description

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 global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information.

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.

Job Description

We are looking for a Media Operations Specialist to join the Technology & Operations team in Philadelphia, PA., supporting NBC10 & Telemundo62. The Media Operations Specialist tasks encompass Media Ingest, Records, Live Streaming, Quality Control, and Media Asset Management as well as basic support functions for the Newsroom Content System. If you enjoy working with people and want to make a positive impact while being a part of a high performing team working with leading edge production technology, you could be the perfect match for our team.

Job Responsibilities

- Record / Ingest Content into servers
- Set up live shots for newscasts/shows
- Quality control video and audio signals for live productions
- Monitor and fulfill media ingest requests
- Monitor/Manage archive workflows
- Monitor/Manage server storage space
- Basic editing/trimming video
- Educate users on standard operating procedures   
- Troubleshoot workflow and newsroom system issues
- Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

- Required Education – Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree, certificate or equivalent work experience.
- Proven ability to contribute to multimedia projects across video, sound/music, and television production environments
- Fundamental understanding of Audio/Video signal flow
- Basic time management skills working under tight deadlines
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills, verbal, and messaging
- Working knowledge of video/audio file formats
- Basic video editing a plus

Skills & Experience We Are Looking For

- Robust interpersonal skills for a diverse and energetic newsroom
- Self-starter, capable of managing tasks efficiently, able to self-manage with a vested attitude
- Position requires a cool, level-headed individual who works well under the pressures of “live” television.
- Must be available to work flexible hours, which will include nights and weekends
- Experience in a live production atmosphere
- Ability to make sound technical decisions under pressure
- Experience with Cell-bonded technology
- Bi-lingual English/Spanish proficiency a plus

Eligibility Requirements

- Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com (http://www.nbcunicareers.com/) to be considered 
- Must be willing to work in Philadelphia, PA.
- Willingness to travel and work outside standard hours, and on weekends with short notice 
- Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States

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].