About this role
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 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)
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 [email protected].