-
Vice President, Strategic Communications
- NBC Universal (New York, NY)
-
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.
The NBCU Media Group is a powerhouse collection of consumer-first brands, supported by media industry leaders, Comcast, NBCUniversal and Sky. When you join our team, you’ll work across our dynamic portfolio including Peacock, NOW, SkyShowtime, Showmax, and TV Everywhere, powering streaming across more than 70 countries globally. And the evolution doesn’t stop there. With unequalled scale, our teams make the most out of every opportunity to collaborate and learn from one another. We’re always looking for ways to innovate faster, accelerate our growth and consistently offer the very best in consumer experience.
NBCUniversal is seeking a Vice President of Strategic Communications to lead executive communications, strategic messaging and internal and external speaking engagements for senior leaders of the NBCUniversal Media Group, the division responsible for the business strategy, operations and platforms for NBC, Bravo and Peacock, as well as key divisions, including International Networks, NBC Sports, Platform Distribution & Partnerships, Advertising Sales & Partnerships, Decision Sciences and Global Streaming. Reporting into the Senior Vice President of Strategic Communications, this VP will serve as a strategic communications expert and trusted advisor to the Media Group Chairman and senior leadership team, working together to effectively communicate the Media Group narrative and vision with internal and external audiences.
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
+ External Speaking Engagements and Thought Leadership: Develop and manage executive speaking engagements that elevate leaders’ presence in the industry, including panels, conferences, media events, power lists, and thought leadership forums.
+ Internal Speaking Engagements: Own messaging and content creation for Chairman and senior leaders’ participation at internal events, such as all-hands meetings, town halls, leadership roundtables and employee Q&A sessions.
+ Strategic Messaging: Serve as the go-to authority on the Media Group Chairman’s voice and resource on C-suite level messaging. Collaborate with communications, HR and business leaders on messaging and content that drives executive visibility internally and externally, (e.g., talking points, speeches, presentations, blog posts, social media posts).
+ Crisis Management & Media Relations: Provide strategic counsel on sensitive communications matters, ensuring executives are prepared for high-stakes engagements, and support media relations efforts as needed to amplify executive visibility.
Required Qualifications:
+ 10+ years of experience in executive communications, corporate communications, public relations or related competency.
+ Proven track record of supporting and advising senior executives and leadership teams, managing high-profile executive engagements and crafting impactful messaging.
+ Demonstrated understanding of the media, entertainment, and technology landscape.
+ Strong relationships with conference/event organizers and media.
+ Experience in crisis communications and reputation management.
Desired Characteristics:
+ Exceptional speechwriting and storytelling skills, with a strong grasp of tone, audience and channel.
+ Strategic thinker with excellent project management skills and experience working within a fast-paced matrixed corporate environment.
+ Ability to collaborate across teams and demonstrates professional maturity and sound judgment, working as a trusted cross-functional lead and mentoring other team members.
Additional Requirements:
+ This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.
+ 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 (https://www.nbcunicareers.com/benefits) of the Careers website. Salary range: $190,000 - $235,000 (bonus and long-term incentive eligible)
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].
-