Assistant Director
- Full-time
- Business Segment: Telemundo Enterprises
Company Description
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.
Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('SpinCo') 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.
As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we'll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.
Job Description
The Assistant Director is responsible for supporting the Show Director in all aspects of production, coordinating all production activities, and maintaining the split-second timing for various fast-paced live, pre-recorded & APC productions.
Job Duties
- Assists the Show Director with show traffic, pre and post-production
- Maintains constant communication with Master Control, Show Director, Stage Manager as well as the entire production crew pertaining to show flow, all timing, and countdown aspects of the show
- Responsible for obtaining all information related to show timing from Producers, Traffic and Master Control
- Responsible for physically timing various video file clips and other show elements as needed
- Oversees playback of media through multiple controllers (i.e. EVS IP Director, MPlay / BEPlay) for assigned show(s)
- Responsible for the insertion and removal of branding graphics, digital, and breakaway cover slates during show segments and commercial breaks
- Directs show segments, briefs and other elements in absence of Show Director
- Assists Show Directors with the APC workflow that includes coding assigned shows and double-checking codes during breaking news/emergency scenarios
- Works under the direct supervision of the Manager, Control Room Operations and is responsible for completing any other tasks as assigned by manager as needed
Qualifications
Basic Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, TV Production, or related field OR equivalent work experience
- Minimum 3 years of experience in a production, postproduction, broadcast, or communications environment
- Exhibits strong knowledge and understanding of broadcast and production technology
- Proficient in Avid iNEWS or other NRCS (Dalet, ENPS, Inception, etc.)
- Fluency in Spanish & English (both written & verbal)
Desired Characteristics:
- Fluency in English & Spanish is preferred
- Familiarity with control room automation systems including Sony ELC, Ross Video OverDrive and Grass Valley Ignite.
- Prior Studio or Remote/Field experience
- Exceptional time management, facilitation, and organizational skills
- Self-starter who exhibits ownership on assigned tasks and who will push for solutions that solve immediate problems while building towards long-term goals
- Ability to multitask and work in a fast paced, dead-line driven environment
- Accustomed to working in a team and collaborating with all levels within the organization
- Demonstrates strong attention to detail
- Ability to build rapport with clients and manage expectations
- Ability to effectively be flexible in approach, and respond well to pressure
Additional Requirements:
- Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered (note job #: )
- Must be willing to work in Miami, Florida
- Willingness to travel and work overtime, and on weekends with short notice
- Must have a valid driver’s license
- Must be “on call” 24 hours a day / 7 days a week
- This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.
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 AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.