Director, MLB Operations - NBC Sports

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As the Director of MLB Operations, you will oversee all operational aspects of NBC Sports’ Major League Baseball coverage and act as a key liaison between Remote Operations, Production teams, and league representatives. While the primary focus will be MLB, you may also support other NBC Sports properties during the MLB off-season or as business needs arise. You will be responsible for managing logistics, budgets, and personnel to ensure the seamless execution of live events and will report to the Vice President of MLB Production Operations.

Responsibilities

• Act as an effective communication conduit between Remote Operations Management, Production teams, and League contacts
• Lead and manage a team of Production Managers supporting MLB
• Partner with stadium, arena, and tournament personnel regarding mobile unit arrival, scheduling, and on-site requirements
• Oversee all event logistics, including credentials, compound set-up, security, catering, transportation, and travel adjustments
• Manage crew hour reporting, oversee hiring, and collaborate with Payroll, HR, and Finance to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing
• Collaborate closely with Production, Talent, and Technical Managers to support show needs
• Manage multiple budgets in collaboration with the show’s Producer and Finance team, ensuring all expenses are accurately tracked and invoices are paid on time
• Oversee hotel block bookings
• Manage crew schedules and provide support for production and talent needs
• Travel to remote MLB event locations as needed

 

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• Minimum of eight (8+) years of experience in production operations or related roles
• Solid understanding of production equipment, processes, and operational procedures
• Proven ability to work effectively with internal teams and external partners at all levels
• Experience managing high-profile, large-scale productions
• Familiarity with union regulations and practices

Desired Characteristics:

• Prior experience working with MLB and venue operations
• Ability to learn and utilize internal systems quickly
• Highly organized, resourceful, efficient, and dependable with strong attention to detail
• Ability to adapt to last-minute changes and manage multiple priorities under pressure
• Solid problem-solving skills and sound judgment in time-sensitive situations, and knowing when to escalate
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment, building strong relationships and fostering collaboration across internal and external teams and vendors

Additional Requirements:

• Must be willing to work in Stamford, CT
• Ability to travel frequently, including weekends and holidays, sometimes on short notice
• Flexible schedule, including availability for nights, weekends, and holidays
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be 18 years or older

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

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].