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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.

The Manager, Casting for Universal Television will be responsible for casting and talent management, including identifying new and upcoming talent, developing relationships for potential placement on a variety of programs, and managing the relationships between the creative executives/producers and existing talent.  The role will report to the EVP, Talent and Casting.

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

+ Primarily responsible for covering/co-covering multiple projects and casting talent for Universal Television’s scripted programs

+ Identify, hire, and oversee independent casting directors for each covering Universal Television project

+ Work with writers, producers, talent, and studio/network executives to cast talent for pilots and current series

+ Manage the flow of communication on talent matters between the studio, executive producers/showrunners, and network partners

+ Develop and maintain relationships with talent agents and managers

+ Attend theater performances, talent showcases, comedy clubs, and diversity & inclusion events on behalf of Universal Television in order to identify new talent

+ Along with the senior-level executives, help to maintain and expand the department’s talent database

Basic Requirements:

+ Minimum 3 years’ experience in casting for scripted productions

+ Extensive and established relationships with talent, managers, and agents

Desired Characteristics:

+ Bachelor’s degree preferred

+ Previous experience in casting for television programming is preferred

+ Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume, deadline-driven environment

+ Demonstrated ability to collaborate successfully across a wide range of functional groups (e.g. Development, Business Affairs, Finance, Publicity, Marketing, and Legal)

+ Established track record of successful multi-tasking, effective communication, and problem solving

+ Polished with good interpersonal skills, creative sensitivity and diplomacy

+ Team player who works well with others, exhibits flexibility, strategic thinker and articulate communicator

Additional Requirements:

+ Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through nbcunicareers.com to be considered

+ Willingness to travel and work overtime, and on weekends with short notice

+ Must be willing to work in Universal City, California

+ Must have work authorization to work in the United States

+ Must be covered by Solutions, NBCU’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Program

+ Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, which currently requires contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week. Beginning January 5, 2026, hybrid employees will be required to work from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time.

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: $80,000 - $100,000 (bonus 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.

NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.

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].