Director of Technology- KDEN & KULX
- Full-time
- Business Segment: NBCUniversal Local
- Compensation: USD90000 - USD118000 - yearly
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
NBCU Local is reimagining storytelling for the next generation of local news watchers, delivering local content to English and Spanish-speaking audiences in 31 U.S. TV markets and Puerto Rico. We are comprised of NBC Owned Television Stations, NBC Sports Regional Networks and Telemundo Station Group – plus multicast networks COZI TV and TeleXitos, regional cable news network NECN, and 16 free ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) channels – including 11 NBC local news, four Telemundo regional news channels.
The NBCU Local Technology & Operations organization provides Technology & Workflow Solutions, Support, Media Operations, Production, Studio and Facilities services that power NBCU Local content creation and distribution.
Job Description:
We are looking for a Director of Technology to join the Technology team in Denver, CO, supporting KDEN and KULX in Salt Lake City. As a Director of Technology, you will be primarily responsible for implementing and supporting technology and users within our mission critical, media production and enterprise IT environment. If you love a challenge, enjoy working with people, and want to make a positive impact while being a part of a high performing team working at the leading edge of media technology, you could be the perfect match for our team.
Job Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the technology team’s day-to-day operations across the station and transmitter environment.
- Be available 24/7 to troubleshoot issues and support all systems, infrastructure, and applications and coordinate production, technology and facility needs across all departments.
- Provide technical excellence for all local operations, enabling them to provide compelling news, programming and service to our viewers, clients and partners.
- Develop, update, and promote the use of key documentation and SOPs to troubleshoot, transfer knowledge, and maintain system documentation.
- Oversee and support of complex broadcast and IT systems over their complete life cycles.
- Partner with the Director of EHS to coordinate Environment Health & Safety efforts and related reporting systems. Ensure compliance with NBCUniversal EHS overall programs, goals and objectives.
- Prepare and maintain department budgets, forecasts, plans and participate in annual capital planning.
- Actively participate in management staff meetings, weekly DOT calls with Division staff and projects across the NBCU Local division.
- Ensure compliance with all FCC and other regulatory authority requirements
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
- BS in Engineering or equivalent experience.
- Minimum of 5 years of proven technology leadership experience.
Skills & Experience we are looking for:
- Expert knowledge of news, operations, project management, broadcast production, technology, and finance
- Proven track record supporting a high-end news organization within a large market or network
- Must be a self-starter with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively manage and delegate.
- Prior television station experience desired.
- Superior communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven track record as a manager of teams with strong ability to develop teams, leaders, and a positive culture of accountability.
- Ability to effectively prioritize and manage competing efforts and deadlines on a continuous basis.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered
- Must be willing to work in Denver, CO
- 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
- Must be 18 years or older
- Must be covered by Solutions, NBCU’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Program
Salary Range: $90,000.00- $118,000.00
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 of the Careers website.
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].