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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.

NBCUniversal Local is NBCUniversal’s local media division that delivers English and Spanish-speakers and bilingual audiences in 31 U.S. markets and Puerto Rico, the very best in local sports, news, weather, consumer and investigative reporting, and lifestyle entertainment across any platform and screen. NBCUniversal Local is comprised of three individual media groups including the NBC Owned Television Stations, the NBC Sports Regional Networks and the Telemundo Station Group. The division is also home to multicast networks NBCLX, COZI TV and TeleXitos, the regional cable news network NECN, as well as NBC Spot On, an advanced video advertising business designed for local/regional CTV and OTT advertisers and several in-house companies including production company LXTV, marketing and promotions company Skycastle, its out-of-home business NBC Everywhere, and the Arthouse, a graphics design group. With seven regional sports networks and 42 NBC and Telemundo stations serving 38 percent of U.S. homes, NBCUniversal Local is the only network-owned local media division that is home to the largest bilingual local newsrooms within the country’s top 10 TV markets. NBCUniversal Local’s stations and networks serve diverse audiences and communities across linear, streaming, OTT, digital web, mobile and audio, and cable platforms and work together to keep local audiences informed anytime and anywhere. For more information, visit NBCUniversal.com.

+ Prepares and directs live and recorded content utilizing the Ross Overdrive automated production control system & Dalet Newsroom Computer system

+ Ownership of show. Make quick calls in different situations and find workarounds in the event of failures.

+ Builds master rundown patterns for all shows.

+ Works in conjunction with editorial and production personnel to create and execute newscasts and all content utilizing an automated production control system

+ Code rundowns for shows.

+ Shape overall creative appearance of the content using imaginative video, audio and graphics effects.

+ Gives direction and timing to talent and other technicians; May act as a traditional Director when applicable.

+ Performs other related duties as assigned.

+ Work closely with editorial team on creative look and feel of each production including major special events throughout the year.

Qualifications/Requirements:

+ Minimum 3 years of experience of live news television directing

+ Minimum 3 years of experience with computer applications working and monitoring multiple screens and software applications simultaneously in a broadcast environment

+ Familiarity with Dalet Galaxy, Ross Xpression, Ross Cambotics, Caprica Central Server, desirable as well as traditional knowledge of operating video switchers and audio consoles

+ Understanding of technical directing, audio mixing, robotics operation, commercial integration, live/remote segment cut-ins, breaking news, server playback and graphics insertion

+ Ability to punch and call

+ Ability to work in a duopoly

+ Strong technical skills and understanding of technical directing, audio mixing, robotics operation, commercial integration, live/remote segment cut-ins, breaking news cut-ins, video file playback, and graphics insertion

+ Willingness to work long days or nights, and on weekends with short notice

Eligibility requirements:

+ BA degree in Production or related field or equivalent work experience

+ Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States

+ Must be willing to work in Philadelphia, PA

+ Must join or be a member of the Directors Guild of America

+ Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.

Desired Characteristics:

+ Ability to work well and communicate effectively with others

+ Bilingual (English/Spanish) both written and verbal desired

+ Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills

+ Ability to work in a team environment

+ Ability to perform under pressure in breaking news and deadline driven situations

+ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

+ Proven ability to prioritize, perform under pressure and make critical programming decisions under tight timelines

+ Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills

+ Positive work ethic & attitude

+ Team player

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].