Production Technology Support Manager

VERSANT is a leading force in news, sports and entertainment - home to iconic and trusted brands that inspire, inform, and delight audiences. Our unique combination of content, technology and services enriches the cultural fabric, igniting passions, sparking conversations, and connecting people to what they love most.

As an independent, publicly traded company, VERSANT brings together powerhouse cable networks - including USA Network, CNBC, MS NOW (formerly MSNBC), Oxygen, E!, SYFY, and Golf Channel - with dynamic digital and direct-to-consumer brands such as Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. Together, these businesses reflect our commitment to delivering exceptional experiences across every screen and service.

VERSANT is an industry-changing media company fueled by innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit. With a strong foundation and a forward-looking vision, VERSANT empowers creativity, embraces change, and drives connection in an ever-evolving world.

As part of the Versant Media Production Engineering Team, this position is a critical part of successful all engineering projects throughout the Versant Media portfolio of businesses. The position is a mix of project management, engineering design/coordination, and operations support.

Responsibilities include:

Project Management & Engineering Coordination:

• Key member part of the Site Reliability Engineering Team for supporting and driving all parts of Production/Broadcast Engineering Projects. From conception through build/deployment across 30 Rock & other NBCU Properties.
• Manage Engineering Project Portfolio of 65+ Projects/Initiatives Directly with Engineering Teams & Business Partners.
• Create Engineering Project Planning and Development Material/Documentation for both short-term and long-term ranges.
• Organize and Create Bill of Materials (BOMs), Project Scopes, Timelines, and Project Proposals.
• Work directly with Engineering Teams to assemble said Project Planning and Development Material/Documentation and Manage Design/Build Tasks Accordingly.
• Lead Purchasing and Sourcing Initiatives/Programs for Engineering Teams & Business Partners.
• Manage Project Build Integration Resources and Requirements Directly with Engineering Teams and Other Business Partners.
• Assist Engineering Teams with All Aspects of Projects from Logistics, Materials Needs, Equipment Needs, Integration Resources, and Quick Problem Solving.
• Aid with PO research, Invoicing, and Project Closing.
• Be the Engineering Project Liaison between any New or Existing External Business Affairs or Partners.

Operations Support:

• Keep abreast of digital media workflows and technologies to support such workflows, specifically in control rooms, studios, and core infrastructure
• Identify and recommend new technologies and solutions for operational problems
• Complete configuration, setup and testing on major initiatives across the NBCU portfolio of businesses
• Available to work during off-hours and weekends as required due to operational restrictions
• Work closely with operations managers and area leads to ensure timely and efficient hand-off of new builds for day-to-day operations
• Engage vendor support where necessary to ensure equipment functions the way it should and proper support resources are provided to operations

 

Requirements:

• 10+ years of recent experience in a television broadcast environment.
• Understanding of the 24/7 nature of the on-air News, Sports, and Entertainment environments.
• College Degree in Broadcast and/or Media.
• Strong PC & Microsoft Suite skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability and willingness to learn new production technologies.
• Willingness to work overtime including weekends and overnights with short notice.
• Must be able to work independently, yet have strong collaboration skills and meet deadlines.
• Must be able to prioritize and be a pro-active thinker.

Additional Requirements: 

• Onsite: This position has been designated as onsite, contributing from the office five days per week.

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. Salary range: $140,000 - $170,000 (bonus eligible) 

We are accepting applications for this position on an ongoing basis. 

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with a VERSANT Media employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. VERSANT Media'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].

VERSANT Media is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. We include a good faith pay range for each position to comply with applicable state and local pay transparency laws and to promote equity across our organization. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and location and may include additional forms of compensation and benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, etc.

VERSANT Media is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at VERSANT via-email, the Internet, or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from VERSANT's Talent Acquisition team will be deemed the sole property of VERSANT. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by VERSANT as a result of the referral or through other means.