Director, Production & Operations

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. Universal Television Entertainment is responsible for world-class television entertainment. The division programs and markets content across leading entertainment brands Bravo, NBC and Peacock, and produces over 3,000 hours of television annually through Universal Studio Group, the studio business comprised of Universal Television, UCP, Universal International Studios and Universal Television Alternative Studio. Together, these teams align NBCUniversal’s content and production expertise to inspire global audiences with television that entertains and shapes culture. Job Description The Director, Production & Operations is responsible for overseeing all production and operational aspects of assigned unscripted programming from development through final delivery. This role serves as a key liaison between production companies, creative teams, and internal NBCUniversal departments to ensure projects are produced efficiently, delivered on schedule, and meet creative, technical, financial, legal, and operational requirements. The ideal candidate is a highly collaborative and solutions-oriented leader with extensive production management experience, strong financial acumen, and the ability to effectively manage multiple high-profile projects in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: Review, negotiate, and approve budgets – series, specials, development reels, pilots, additional episodes, breakage, etc. Manage and solve day-to-day production issues for assigned projectsReview and monitor weekly production company cost reports for assigned projectsManage and improve all systems relating to how production companies prepare, shoot, and deliver episodes to NBCUniversalLiaise between producers and all internal departments (i.e., Creative Executives, Business Affairs, Legal, Finance, Marketing, Digital, Network Operations, etc.)Ensure all deliverables are complete and on time for both domestic and international purposesManage, decide, and approve any insurance related decisions for assigned projectsReview Program Planning rollouts and ensure production readiness of all series, in addition to providing Greenlight to Air projections as requestedFacilitate and manage all foreign compliance requirementsDevelop and maintain relationships with all active and potential production companiesAttend weekly internal department meetings and act as the point person for Production Operations for assigned projectsAssist in managing the extensive duties of the Production Managers and Coordinators within the P&O teamGenerally support any requests from the EVP, SVPs, and VPs of Production OperationsOccasional domestic and international travel requiredOther duties as assignedWorking with Third Party Productions: Work with Executive Producers / Network Executives from project conception through and including final delivery of all program materials to determine and anticipate needs of each projectFind and vet third-party production companiesAssess and approve various third-party production companies’ production plans, including budget and schedule, to make sure that the network’s needs are met, as they relate to creative, technical, legal, cost, and scheduleExplain production and technical standards, show formatting, deal memos, contracts, financial reporting, insurance, production and safety policies, and wrap requirements to all third-party production companiesReview and approve cash flow payment schedule for seriesReview production handbooks and materials for distributionReview cost reports for accuracy and conduct audits of project spendingOther projects and duties as assigned Qualifications Basic Requirements: 5+ years of production management experience for a broadcast network, cable network, or television production company; must also have a good understanding of production workflow and have hands-on experience in reality/studio-based productionsAble to create budgets, schedules, and full-scale production plans for a variety of program types (i.e., pilots, presentations, series, specials, live events, etc.)Excellent project management, accounting, communication, and interpersonal skillsAble to travel internationally and domestically as neededDesired Characteristics: Team-oriented but able to demonstrate leadership skills, organized, accurate, articulate, responsible, flexible, resourceful, self-motivated, hands-on when needed, and able to delegateAble to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environmentAble to work cooperatively with both internal and outside production company executivesExperience with live game shows/competition formats is preferredAdditional Requirements: Hybrid: This position currently has a hybrid schedule, which requires contributing 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 of the Careers website. Salary range: $115,000 - $155,000 (bonus and long-term incentive eligible) 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. 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 AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.