What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Facilities Scheduler - NBC Sports position at NBCUniversal?
Company Description
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Job Description
As a Technical Facilities Scheduler, you are responsible for building and managing the scheduling of NBC Sports television production facilities in Stamford, CT.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Scheduling production facilities such as television Control Rooms, Studios, Announce booths, IFB and PL COMMS
- Supporting Operations in scheduling server ingest channels, REM and routers, transmissions to and from the venues, transmissions to and from NBC facilities in the United States, venue fax checks, and more in ScheduALL
- Train and support users of ScheduALL in all departments
- Assist in the development and maintenance of the ScheduALL database and system
Qualifications
Basic Requirements:
- Minimum two (2 ) years' related Television experience
- Minimum two (2 ) years' related Scheduling experience
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
Desired Characteristics:
- Computer savvy
- Detailed oriented
- Solid communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills
- Good understanding of production facilities
- Ability to partner with all levels across the business
Additional Requirements:
- Must be willing to work in Stamford, CT
- Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
- Must be 18 years or older
- Willingness to work overtime and on weekends
Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.
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].
