Supervisor Production - Project

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 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

Summary:

Provides essential office and onsite support and supervision within the Production Management team throughout the development, operation, and strike of Entertainment projects of various scales, including marquee events, daily park entertainment, placemaking efforts, and other special projects in the areas of budget, schedule, scope, and other production management functions.

Duties and Responsibilities

Specific responsibilities per the needs of the event/project may include, but are not limited to:

• Researching and/or sourcing items as required
• Procuring, tracking, and reconciling purchases
• Tracking development and implementation of content (script revisions, design packets, installation of elements, etc.)
• Generating, overseeing, and tracking project schedules and timelines
• Taking notes/disseminating details from production meetings/onsite visits, primarily using dedicated software (Wrike). Leads breakout meetings or site visits as required
• Setting up and running of meetings with multiple attendees/senior team members
• Interfaces with vendors and/or in-house trades during the production process, ensuring proper and safe completion of scope. Communicates issues with project team and coordinates solutions.
• Partnering with design team to locate existing and/or procure new assets or services needed for productions, including writing scopes of work and requests for proposal in collaboration with subject matter experts.
• Generates documentation that captures the production process and scope, including tool cards, element lists, strike manifests, photo documentation, etc.
• Provides additional supervision for special events and projects including venue/area supervision, etc.
• Works closely and efficiently with other park operating departments
• Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health and Safety responsibilities by following established USH policy, procedures, training, and employee involvement activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.

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: $27 - $30

Qualifications

Desired Qualifications

• Strong communication skills, including excellent writing and speaking abilities: ability to communicate precise information to and from multiple sources
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Superior leadership and motivational skills
• Ability to work successfully and safely in a fast paced and continually changing environment with accelerated production schedules, comfortable with ambiguity while seeking clarity
• Familiarity with the park at night and an ability to safely drive a golf cart in various lighting conditions
• Excellent computer and Office 365 skills
• Familiarity with Wrike project management software or other project management software.
• Previous experience in scheduling
• Passion to drive high quality results in a team environment
• Background with the project management field including experience, certifications, or degrees (e.g. PMI/PMP certificate or other industry recognized credential). 

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.

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 AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.