Manager, Logistics

Company Description

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.

Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('SpinCo') 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.

As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we'll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Job Description

The Manager, Logistics is crucial in shaping both internal and external production plans for Tentpoles and Specials, with a particular emphasis on on-site logistics. Collaborating closely with the Production Manager, this role assists in creating the budget from the initial concept of the show through to its final deliverables.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• Leads the search for appropriate locations for Tentpoles and Specials based on requirements set by Production Lead and Production Management.
• Conducts site surveys, prepares agendas, organizes meetings with local vendors and technical crews.
• Supports the location booking process, assessing operational needs, securing necessary permits, and serving as the primary liaison between the production team and venue management.
• Works alongside the Production Manager supplying inputs for creation of the production budget.
• Collaborates closely with Production Manager to navigate operational challenges across all production stages.
• Manages production and technical vendor relationships across O&T and 3rd parties.
• Collaborates with Production Compliance to ensure projects adhere to company standards and legal requirements.
• Manages logistics for load-in, rehearsals, live broadcast when applicable, and load-out, ensuring all equipment and personnel needs are accounted for.
• Coordinates on-site needs, including parking logistics, signage, credentialing, compound setup, security, catering, cleaning, internet connectivity.
• Ensures seamless operations for crew, talent, and equipment, managing the flow of logistics throughout the event to maintain efficiency and minimize disruptions.
• Works closely with the technical department, coordinating last-minute adjustments as needed.
• Troubleshoots any on-site issues related to logistics, security, and general operations, quickly resolving problems to minimize disruptions.
• Facilitates communication between various departments (production, technical, operations, and talent) to ensure seamless coordination on rehearsals and event day.
• Selects and engages on-location support, including assistants, runners, clean-up crews, credentialing staff, catering personnel, and parking attendants, as needed.
• Ensures compliance with health, safety, and security requirements, and supports EHS in conducting risk assessments.
• Creates and distributes daily call sheets, schedules, transportation details, and event updates to ensure smooth operations.
• Leads daily on-site wrap meetings to review progress and address any issues.
• Coordinates post-event operations, including site breakdown, securing equipment, and ensuring the location is returned in good condition.
• Cultivate a collaborative work environment that fosters innovation and professional growth.

Desired Characteristics:

• Bachelor's degree in film/TV production, Operations, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Operational experience in large scale media environment (Broadcast, TV, News and information, Live Entertainment); or an equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• A minimum of three years experience in production environment.
• Must be bilingual in English and Spanish, with excellence writing and grammar.
• Willingness to work flexible hours including early mornings, late and/or last-minute scheduling changes in a 24/7 production work environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point, Visio, MS Project and other related tools.

Additional Requirements:

• 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.

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