Media Operations Technician

Company Description
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 theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
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.
Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.
Job Description
Work with a highly motivated team of individuals who are responsible for the fulfillment of media content to NBCUniversal's distribution outlets, including its cable networks, owned television stations and online destinations. NBCUniversal's Dry Creek Hub is the primary master control and ingest operation for 39 NBC and Telemundo Owned and Operated Television Stations. The Media Operations Technician must perform ingest and quality control of content, using several technical processes & technologies, for the Owned Television Stations' media fulfillment.
Responsibilities:

• Perform ingest and quality control of all digital media for the Hub ensuring technical specifications for all encoded and transcoded files, with the expectation of making zero errors or defects
• Perform segmentation of syndicated file deliveries
• Record all quick-turn shows and segment when needed
• Responsible for managing asset preparation including but not limited to organizing, pulling content for ingest/broadcast, and returning content to proper storage location.
• Learn and perform all Hub media prep processes in the Media Operations Center & any additional processes that are created in the future.
• Provide delivery support of digital media to internal departments, stations' needs and external partnership.
• Troubleshoot basic problems and issues in the media prep workflow following escalation procedure and maintaining client communication.
• Work closely with fellow Technicians, Media Asset Coordinators, Hub On-Air Supervisors, and local stations' teams to ensure all materials are ingested, qc'ed, and ready for air.
• Additional duties as needed and assigned by Supervisor(s).

Qualifications
Basic Requirements:

• A high school diploma and relevant certification or associate degree in Media or Communications, or equivalent professional experience in a production, postproduction, broadcast, or communications environment
• A solid understanding of television production, broadcast operations, and/or news/sports/entertainment technical production requirements.
• 2+ years of experience in a job or school related activity using computers and software applications including MS outlook, MS Word, & MS Excel

Desired Characteristics:

• Bachelor's or 2 year degree in Communications or Media
• A punctual, hardworking, & dependable individual with attention to detail
• The ability to maintain composure and make quick decisions in high-pressure situations.
• Ability to adapt to new and changing workflows and software implementations
• An acute attention to detail and a knack for cross-referencing and identifying inconsistencies, coupled with the ability to anticipate and report potential issues and concerns proactively.
• Knowledge of various media formats/file types (QT, WMV, MXF, DNX, DV, etc) and video standards (NTSC, PAL)
• Basic understanding of digital video/audio including compression codecs, file systems, file transfer applications and Content Distribution Management (FTP, Pitch Blue, Pathfire, etc.)
• Prior experience in media ingest and on-air operations especially in a quality control capacity
• Prior experience in a fast paced, quick turn and/or live broadcast environment
• Prior experience using media technology library and workflow systems
• A team player, who is always respectful, follows rules and policy, has good communication skills, and maintains a positive attitude.
• Understanding of domestic broadcast file standards and frame rates
• Professional experience with SD & HD file formats and specifications

Additional Requirements:

• Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week in Centennial, CO
• Must have flexibility with work schedule; must be able to work late hours, overnights, weekends, holidays and occasional special events when needed for 24/7 operations
• Must have unrestricted employment authorization to work in the United States.

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: $50,000 - $60,000
We are accepting applications for this position on an ongoing basis.
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 [email protected].