Job 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 global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information.
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.
Job Description
The Manager, Audio/Video is responsible for managing, defining, developing, and maintaining all audio/video systems of assigned Entertainment projects of various scale, including marquee events (Fan Fest Nights, Halloween Horror Nights, Grinchmas, Grad Bash, eVe, etc.), daily park entertainment, placemaking efforts, and other special projects. Interfaces and partners with the Technical, Creative, Project and Events teams on driving the production process forward, achieving all scope, financial, and process-based goals.
• Manage Audio/Video Technical team’s personnel, scope, budget and development.
• Manage scheduling of Audio Video design, installation, operations and strike in unification with our department partners.
• Oversee Audio/Video system design process, supporting the development of 30/60/90% packages and navigating integration of elements with technical teams and other design areas.
• Oversee all Audio/Video technical designs and installations across all Entertainment projects and initiatives.
• Manage relationships and coordinate between Entertainment Creative Development group and Audio Video Technical group.
• Manage the development, organization, and distribution of workflows between the Entertainment Technical groups and Technical Services department on project focuses, ensuring streamlined communication and scheduling. Maintain and build successful partnership with management teams.
• Manage departmental communication and interaction, to include initiating processes which facilitate improvements and efficiencies.
• Provide onsite management support of Audio/Video staff. This includes Entertainment Technical, Audio Mixers, A/V Production Coordinators, Vendors, and Consultants.
• Drive Research and Development of A/V equipment, staying pace (and ahead) of industry technology and standards.
• Manage use of A/V facilities and inventory at both the Entertainment Production Center and USH.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
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: $$80,000. - $110,000 (Benefits eligible)
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Theatrical Production or minimum 5 years in a related field, with emphasis in audio/video system design and/or implementation.
• Extensive theme park experience in technical audio/video production for live theatrical entertainment.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organization skills, including in a personnel management capacity.
• Expert classification in advanced audio, video and control systems such as Q-SYS, Alcorn-McBride and Dante networking, etc.
• Superior knowledge in AV equipment such as Yamaha/Allen & Heath audio consoles, amplifier distribution, high-level speaker systems and video walls.
• Expert ability to troubleshoot AV system issues in high stress environments.
• Proactive management skills to guide, delegate and provide on-site knowledge and support to specialized technicians.
• Ability to navigate and function productively interdepartmentally on high level projects.
• Demonstrated ability to work on multiple projects concurrently, with confidence to multi-task and delegate as required.
• Ability to achieve results through the flawless execution of strategies and process.
• Ability to identify and communicate creative solutions to challenges, and to maintain a consistent focus on priorities with persistent follow-through.
• Confidence to effectively communicate across all lines of business, and with all levels of management.
• Ability to deal well with ambiguity and constant change, working in fast-paced environments with accelerated production schedules.
• Thorough knowledge of MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams and SharePoint.
• Must be available to work weekends, holidays, and nights as required.
• A strong passion to drive high quality results, both end-product as well as process.
KEY COMPETENCIES
USH Entertainment Department is committed to promoting a collaborative, productive, and engaging workplace for all employees. We require Designers to lead by example promoting a professional, inspiring, fun, and teamwork-oriented work culture.
General Knowledge and Skills Required: Manager, Audio/Video shall have the ability to read, interpret and follow documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Be able to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. Will also be able to effectively communicate, present information, and answer questions in one-on-one and group settings. Have strong interpersonal, analytical and time management skills and demonstrates the ability to work independently under pressure; proactive thinker/self-starter.
Communicating and influencing: Managers are required to communicate effectively with people at all levels in the organization, including providing specific, timely feedback to managers and others to work together more effectively.
Quality and partner focus: Continuously look for ways to refine and improve work processes to achieve better results. Follow through on commitments made to internal and external partners.
Maximizing resources: Work collaboratively with all employees in the organization and support others when requested. Seek expertise, advice, and perspectives from a variety of sources both within and outside the organization to ensure a high work standard and an engaging culture for employees. Maintain a productive balance between the concern for people and concern for work results.
Project Management: Develop plans for accomplishing objectives, monitoring status, and providing regular status updates. Provide relevant information to others in a timely manner and follow through with commitments made to others. Recognize the broader implications of a project; doing all that should be done, not just as directed.
Learning and adapting: Remain productive during periods of ambiguity, uncertainty and change. Demonstrate a willingness to take on new challenges, responsibilities, and assignments. Proactively utilize slower periods to improve work and/or work environment, equipment maintenance, archiving, general organization, etc.
Leadership: Set a positive, productive and communicative tone as a leader in the department. Partner with the leadership teams when representing policies and procedures, remaining positive with employees, and voicing concerns directly to senior leadership. Consistently exhibit an “open door” demeanor which fosters approachability, professionalism and openness. Be available to all employees equally, treating all employees fairly. Promote healthy, collaborative and positive tone/vibe in venues, areas and/or elements.
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, ****** 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].
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.
Job Description
The Manager, Audio/Video is responsible for managing, defining, developing, and maintaining all audio/video systems of assigned Entertainment projects of various scale, including marquee events (Fan Fest Nights, Halloween Horror Nights, Grinchmas, Grad Bash, eVe, etc.), daily park entertainment, placemaking efforts, and other special projects. Interfaces and partners with the Technical, Creative, Project and Events teams on driving the production process forward, achieving all scope, financial, and process-based goals.
• Manage Audio/Video Technical team’s personnel, scope, budget and development.
• Manage scheduling of Audio Video design, installation, operations and strike in unification with our department partners.
• Oversee Audio/Video system design process, supporting the development of 30/60/90% packages and navigating integration of elements with technical teams and other design areas.
• Oversee all Audio/Video technical designs and installations across all Entertainment projects and initiatives.
• Manage relationships and coordinate between Entertainment Creative Development group and Audio Video Technical group.
• Manage the development, organization, and distribution of workflows between the Entertainment Technical groups and Technical Services department on project focuses, ensuring streamlined communication and scheduling. Maintain and build successful partnership with management teams.
• Manage departmental communication and interaction, to include initiating processes which facilitate improvements and efficiencies.
• Provide onsite management support of Audio/Video staff. This includes Entertainment Technical, Audio Mixers, A/V Production Coordinators, Vendors, and Consultants.
• Drive Research and Development of A/V equipment, staying pace (and ahead) of industry technology and standards.
• Manage use of A/V facilities and inventory at both the Entertainment Production Center and USH.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
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: $$80,000. - $110,000 (Benefits eligible)
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Theatrical Production or minimum 5 years in a related field, with emphasis in audio/video system design and/or implementation.
• Extensive theme park experience in technical audio/video production for live theatrical entertainment.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organization skills, including in a personnel management capacity.
• Expert classification in advanced audio, video and control systems such as Q-SYS, Alcorn-McBride and Dante networking, etc.
• Superior knowledge in AV equipment such as Yamaha/Allen & Heath audio consoles, amplifier distribution, high-level speaker systems and video walls.
• Expert ability to troubleshoot AV system issues in high stress environments.
• Proactive management skills to guide, delegate and provide on-site knowledge and support to specialized technicians.
• Ability to navigate and function productively interdepartmentally on high level projects.
• Demonstrated ability to work on multiple projects concurrently, with confidence to multi-task and delegate as required.
• Ability to achieve results through the flawless execution of strategies and process.
• Ability to identify and communicate creative solutions to challenges, and to maintain a consistent focus on priorities with persistent follow-through.
• Confidence to effectively communicate across all lines of business, and with all levels of management.
• Ability to deal well with ambiguity and constant change, working in fast-paced environments with accelerated production schedules.
• Thorough knowledge of MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams and SharePoint.
• Must be available to work weekends, holidays, and nights as required.
• A strong passion to drive high quality results, both end-product as well as process.
KEY COMPETENCIES
USH Entertainment Department is committed to promoting a collaborative, productive, and engaging workplace for all employees. We require Designers to lead by example promoting a professional, inspiring, fun, and teamwork-oriented work culture.
General Knowledge and Skills Required: Manager, Audio/Video shall have the ability to read, interpret and follow documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Be able to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. Will also be able to effectively communicate, present information, and answer questions in one-on-one and group settings. Have strong interpersonal, analytical and time management skills and demonstrates the ability to work independently under pressure; proactive thinker/self-starter.
Communicating and influencing: Managers are required to communicate effectively with people at all levels in the organization, including providing specific, timely feedback to managers and others to work together more effectively.
Quality and partner focus: Continuously look for ways to refine and improve work processes to achieve better results. Follow through on commitments made to internal and external partners.
Maximizing resources: Work collaboratively with all employees in the organization and support others when requested. Seek expertise, advice, and perspectives from a variety of sources both within and outside the organization to ensure a high work standard and an engaging culture for employees. Maintain a productive balance between the concern for people and concern for work results.
Project Management: Develop plans for accomplishing objectives, monitoring status, and providing regular status updates. Provide relevant information to others in a timely manner and follow through with commitments made to others. Recognize the broader implications of a project; doing all that should be done, not just as directed.
Learning and adapting: Remain productive during periods of ambiguity, uncertainty and change. Demonstrate a willingness to take on new challenges, responsibilities, and assignments. Proactively utilize slower periods to improve work and/or work environment, equipment maintenance, archiving, general organization, etc.
Leadership: Set a positive, productive and communicative tone as a leader in the department. Partner with the leadership teams when representing policies and procedures, remaining positive with employees, and voicing concerns directly to senior leadership. Consistently exhibit an “open door” demeanor which fosters approachability, professionalism and openness. Be available to all employees equally, treating all employees fairly. Promote healthy, collaborative and positive tone/vibe in venues, areas and/or elements.
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, ****** 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].
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Manager Entertainment Prod Audio/Video position is now open for candidates interested in the Video Editor Jobs sector. This role in Los Angeles offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Video Editor Jobs is a plus.
