Manager Production Technology Support

Job Description

Versant Media is looking for a talented individual to become the Manager of Production Technology Support for Versant Media Operations and Technology (O&T), based in Englewood Cliffs, NJ and New York, NY. Versant O&T supports Enterprise Technology, Broadcast, and Production systems across Versant Media globally.

The Manager of Production Technology Support balances day-to-day operations, such as management of a dynamic team, providing best-in-class live television production support for Versant, with forward-looking planning and execution around live television production technology strategy, process methodology, architecture, and collaboration with cross-functional business teams and partners. This position will have direct management of the New Jersey and New York-based teams supporting live television production control rooms, studios, and related equipment for all Versant Properties.

Responsibilities;

Team Leadership

• Build and maintain a strong support engineering team.
• Maintain team schedules that allow for optimal facility and production coverage including meeting project deadlines and major events.
• Maintain group documentation including but not limited to task tracking, reoccurring maintenance schedules, and upcoming event calendars.
• Maintain reoccurring training and knowledge share resources keeping the team up to date
• Provide regular employee feedback and performance reviews.
• Develop partnerships across Versant Engineering teams with cross-facility support and engagement.
• Maintain clear communication with leadership on all issues and task the engineering team is actively working on.
• Maintain inventory supply levels to prevent team slowdowns that lead to on-air impacts,must have previous experience with inventory management using a database / automation to track supply levels.
• Develop and maintain standard disaster recovery procedures and drills across various situations.

Television Production Technology Support and Maintenance

Assume responsibility for the technical performance of Studios, Control Rooms and associated systems for the Midtown Manhattan office.

Qualifications : Qualifications

Additional Requirements :

Desired Characteristics :

Collaboration & Communication

Leadership

Technical Expertise

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 : $120,000 - $150,000 (bonus eligible)

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

What we’ll offer :

At CNBC Headquarters in Englewood Cliffs, NJ, you’ll have access to great perks and amenities :

Don’t have a car? No problem! We offer free shuttle transportation to and from multiple locations in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Hoboken and Jersey City

Versant Media Sizzle Reel (2025)

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 AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.

Although you'll be hired as an NBCU employee, your employment and the responsibilities associated with this job likely will transition to Versant in the future. By joining at this pivotal time, you'll be a part of this exciting company as it takes shape.

Compensation :

$120,000-$120,000 per year