We are seeking a Production Operations Supervisor to join the Washington, D.C. Technology & Operations team serving NBC4 and Telemundo 44. This role supports Studio, Control Room, and Media Operations Center activities, helping ensure smooth and reliable production. The ideal candidate will thrive in a challenging environment and contribute to a high-performing team at the forefront of media technology. Job Responsibilities Support live and recorded productions across linear and streaming platforms. Lead the development and maintenance of standard operating procedures and disaster recovery plans, including training, rehearsals, and documentation. Assist with onboarding new hires and department wide technical training. Coordinate daily captioning operations for WRC and WZDC, including scheduling, maintaining calendars, and conducting weekly testing. Implementation and testing of new production technology and workflows. Provide MOC shift coverage during gaps or in peak hours. Oversee administration and configuration of newsroom production and content storage systems. Flexibility to support 24/7 operations. Perform other duties as assigned.
Bachelor’s degree in radio, television & film, a related field, or equivalent industry experience 3+ years of experience in broadcast, media operations, or production environments. Skills & Experience : Experience in studio, control room, or media operations center environments. Strong understanding of live broadcast and digital production workflows; familiarity with production automation a plus. Experience with newscast production tools and workflows. Experience with vMix or similar live production/streaming platforms. Experience with media and asset management systems. Experience with transmission systems, including bonded cellular, microwave, satellite, and fiber delivery. Experience with Cloud and hybrid production workflows. Knowledge of media formats and transcoding workflows. Prior experience developing and maintaining standard operating procedures (SOPs). Strong organizational and communication skills. Ability to take initiative and also work collaboratively in a fast-paced newsroom environment. Eligibility Requirements: Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered Must be willing to work in Washington DC Must be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays as required Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States Must be 18 years or older Must be covered by Solutions, NBCU’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Program 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 : $95,000 - $105,000
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