Stamford, CT Production Jobs

Company Description

*** Universal owns and operates over 20 different businesses across 30 countries including a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment television networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group, world-renowned theme parks and a premium ad-supported streaming service.

Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast *** Universal stands for including everyone. We strive to foster a diverse and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. We believe that our workforce should represent the communities we live in, so that together, we can continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world. Click here to learn more about Comcast *** Universal's commitment and how we are making an impact.

This Is Your Golden Opportunity

We're looking for world-class talent to help bring action-packed coverage of The Olympics and Paralympics to viewers across the country.

Set to take place in Paris, France, July 26-August 11, 2024, with the 17th Summer Paralympic Games from August 28-September 8, 2024, this is your chance to help shape one of the most monumental moments in sports.

Whether you're fully absorbed in the energy at our state-of-the-art facility in Stamford, Connecticut, or immersed in the vibrant atmosphere of Paris, this is your chance to capture the electrifying spirit of competition, to join in the magic, and to ignite inspiration through cutting-edge production and uncompromising storytelling.

Become part of our winning team. Join us in bringing the most innovative, creative, and compelling Olympics and Paralympics coverage in our history to audiences everywhere.

Job Description

The L1 Operator will be responsible for ensuring timely and reliable delivery of *** U live and VOD content to the *** OTT Platforms. The L1 Operator will provide real time monitoring and support for the delivery of *** U content. Monitoring takes place through a combination of "eyes on glass" and a host of data aggregation tools within the Digital NOC.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor the end-to-end distribution of *** Universal digital video assets on *** OTT Platforms
• Perform L1 monitoring and support of digital video workflows including escalating to L2, resolution and reporting out
• Digital encoder set up of event-based streaming across all events during the 2024 Paris Olympics
• Clearly communicate with production teams to ensure broadcast standard execution of livestreams
• Physical checks on endpoint devices and platforms to ensure assets are available as expected
• Partner with engineering to monitor traditional and digital signal transmission
• Develop expertise of distribution workflows and communicate support cases across departments to help firm-up operations
• Create and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external distribution partners

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or related field experience
• Minimum of one (1) year of previous industry, database or related analytic experience
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a NOC, Digital Operation or *** Operations facility
• Excellent computer skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Qualifications

Desired Characteristics

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
• Prior experience in a support role strongly preferred
• Experience, understanding and knowledge of digital product and distribution systems, standards and processes
• Technical experience with digital video and audio, troubleshooting and test techniques
• Prior experience with video encoding, delivery distribution workflows
• Experience with scheduling and resource management
• Strong attention to detail, communication and interpersonal skills
• Effectively flexible in approach, and responds well to pressure
• A track record of meeting or exceeding performance expectations

Eligibility 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 travel and work overtime, and on weekends with short notice
• It is the policy of *** Universal and *** Universal' s affiliated businesses to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy) sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law

Additional Information

*** Universal'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. *** Universal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access *** as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations in the US by calling 1-818-777-4107 and in the UK by calling +44 2036185726.

Job Title
Sales Account Executive

Job Description

I. Job Summary | Major goals and objectives.
MNI Targeted *** , a division of Dotdash *** provides a single point of contact for multiplatform, customized and targeted advertising. From research and strategy to implementation and analysis, MNI Targeted *** offers the print and digital products and services needed to efficiently and effectively reach audiences in select markets. The Westchester NY/ Fairfield CT Account Executive position assesses the market potential of prospective accounts and meets with local/regional and national businesses to glean potential advertising and marketing partnerships. Account Executive's must have proven sales success history. He or she must be a marketing leader who will identify, grow, and maintain a territory of clients through face to face meetings, prospecting, advertising programs, events, branding and presentations. The AE will meet with key marketing people on the client side and *** , creative and public relations advertising agencies. Account Executives will work with clients/advertising agencies and MNI's internal team to develop integrated advertising and marketing programs to home in on the client's objectives that will hit their KPI goals.

• Develop and maintain sales territory (Washington, D.C.) by building brand equity, business development and advertising sales throughout the assigned territory.
• Generate a strong understanding of MNI's suite of products and *** solutions.
• Cultivate high-level client relationships on the client and agency sides.
• Leverage a strong consultative approach for selling targeted marketing solutions in the magazine, cover wrap, digital and tech arena.
• Identify revenue opportunities with existing clients/advertising agencies to grow existing relationships.
• Provide ongoing client management to partners including regular reviews of marketing plans performance, educational events and client entertainment.
• Deliver regular updates to management on pipeline of business, percent to goal, territory updates and opportunities along with region challenges.
• Perform client needs analysis to determine marketing pain points and develop strategies to address those needs.
• Exceed annual revenue goals.

II. Essential Job Functions
Weight %
Accountabilities, Actions and Expected Measurable Results
55%
Achieve revenue goals set by the company for existing and developmental accounts. Sells magazine advertising/digital and provides continuing ser *** to advertising agencies and direct accounts. Assesses the advertising revenue potential of assigned accounts. Conveys advertiser's marketing needs to sales management, research, production and/or promotion in order to design a presentation which shows how the company can fulfill those needs with our targeted marketing advisements. Maintains positive client and station personnel relationships.
20%
Prospect new business opportunities in your territory, both B2C and B2B, through regular outreach to new clients and advertising agencies with face to face meetings, presentations, events, entertainment and other related efforts.
10%
Develop integrated *** plans and support materials working collaboratively with internal MNI team including; planning, marketing, research, account management and ad-ops teams.
10%
Utilizes available published information about each assigned or prospective advertiser and their industry in order to approach advertiser with an educated sensitivity. Makes presentation to advertiser's key decision makers in written and/or visual form. Manages client-chosen solutions. Provides excellent customer ser *** to clients.
5%
Provides management with timely and accurate monthly, quarterly and reports. Maintains accurate records of individual list performance. Generates any additional reports as required.
All other duties as assigned.

100%

III. Minimum Qualifications and Job Requirements | All must be met to be considered.
Education:
College degree preferred, or equivalent work experience.
Proven track record of sales accomplishments and development of successful sales presentations.
Experience:
3+ years' experience minimum
Digital sales experience a plus

Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Business development specialist with a proven track record of developing and growing a client base and agency relationships. This includes: prospecting, lead generation, and deep relationship development throughout an organization.
• Exceptional presentation and communication skills.
• Experience in advertising/ *** sales with the ability to develop, present and sell through high level *** strategy and marketing plans to C-Level clients/ advertising agency teams
• Driven to succeed! This is an entrepreneurial role at a cutting-edge company. This candidate must have the passion to be successful. Time management, business acumen and a strong work ethic are a must.
• Track record of exceeding revenue goals and overachievement.
• Knowledge of strengths and weaknesses of competitive *** preferred.
• Strong sales skills; ability to create effective sales promotions; adaptable and effective negotiating skills.
• Solid computer skills using Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Salesforce; knowledge of Nielsen, ComScore and Scarborough a plus.
• Excellent organizational, multi-tasking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to thrive in a team-oriented, competitive, fast-paced environment.
• Good customer ser *** skills and professional demeanor.
• Self-starter who can work independently and adapt quickly to different selling situations.
• Valid US driver's license is required.

% Travel Required (Approximate) : 30%
Position Territory: Westchester NY/ Fairfield CT
Ideal candidate will live in the designated territory.

It is the policy of *** Operations Corporation ("Dotdash *** ", "the Company") to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the Company will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Accommodation requests can be made by emailing ddm.[Please reply using Staff Me Up] .

The Company participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: ***

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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 *** , *** News, MS *** , *** , *** Sports, *** , *** Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and *** , 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. *** Universal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast *** Universal 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

PLEASE NOTE: This is a project / limited term position with an estimated duration of up to 12 months, unless otherwise amended or terminated as deliverables within this project are completed.

The Video Operator operates camera settings and color correction equipment to provide studio set & talent video continuity and technical quality for air. Also, prepares and tests studio video feeds and patches studio cameras.

Responsibilities:

• Read signal monitoring equipment to evaluate video signals
• Operates on-air setting controls to provide camera shading/color adjustments
• Patch studio cameras and configures video feeds
• Provides color correction for on-set video monitors
• Work closely with Directors, Operations Management and Engineering to ensure all equipment is meeting clients expectations
• Provides direction to Lighting Console Operator and studio floor stage crew
• Responsible for compliance with all applicable policies

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• Minimum three (3) years of experience using camera control units, color correction devices, waveform monitors, vector scopes, camera chipping and patch bays
• At least two (2) years of experience in a live news and/or sports production control room environment

Desired Characteristics:

• Ability to think quickly, communicate well and keep pace with fast moving studio shows
• Previous experience with INews systems
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem resolution skills
• Ability to work in fast-paced, team-oriented environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Additional Requirements:

• Strong client ser *** and interpersonal skills and the ability to handle pressure in an on-air environment
• Knowledge of live sports TV production processes
• College or technical school graduate
• Advanced PC computer skills
• Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www. *** to be considered
• Must be willing to work in Stamford, CT
• Ability to travel as required
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be 18 years or older
• Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an *** Universal-designated worksite.

Additional Information

*** Universal'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. *** Universal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access *** as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations in the US by calling 1-818-777-4107 and in the UK by calling +44 2036185726.

Company Description

*** Universal owns and operates over 20 different businesses across 30 countries including a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment television networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group, world-renowned theme parks and a premium ad-supported streaming service. Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast *** Universal stands for including everyone.

We strive to foster a diverse and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. We believe that our workforce should represent the communities we live in, so that together, we can continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world. Click here to learn more about Comcast *** Universal's commitment and how we are making an impact.

We're looking for world-class talent to help bring action-packed coverage of The Olympics and Paralympics to viewers across the country.

Set to take place in Paris, France, July 26-August 11, 2024, with the 17th Summer Paralympic Games from August 28-September 8, 2024, this is your chance to help shape one of the most monumental moments in sports.

Whether you're fully absorbed in the energy at our state-of-the-art facility in Stamford, Connecticut, or immersed in the vibrant atmosphere of Paris, this is your chance to capture the electrifying spirit of competition, to join in the magic, and to ignite inspiration through cutting-edge production and uncompromising storytelling.

Become part of our winning team. Join us in bringing the most innovative, creative, and

compelling Olympics and Paralympics coverage in our history to audiences everywhere.

Job Description

PLEASE NOTE: This is a project / limited term position with an estimated duration of 8 months *** ween January 2024 - August 2024 or 1 month during Games Time, unless otherwise amended or terminated as deliverables within this project are completed.

Responsible for assisting the Stamford Technical Facilities Scheduling team by scheduling *** Olympics television broadcast technical facilities in the International Broadcast Centre in Paris. This scheduler will be based in the *** Sports Group facility in Stamford, CT, and will report remotely to the Manager of Technical Facilities Scheduling

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Scheduling facilities such as television Control Rooms, *** , Edit Rooms, Announce booths, server ingest channels, MATV and IPTV channels, REM and routers, IFB and PL COMMS, transmissions to and from the venues, transmissions to and from *** facilities in the United States, transmissions to and from the host broadcaster, an SNG unit, aerials, venue fax checks, and more in ScheduALL.
• Produce and distribute schedule reports.
• Support Connecticut-based Olympic team users of ScheduALL in all departments.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of the ScheduALL database and system.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• 2+ years related Television experience or 2+ years related Scheduling experience.
• Must be computer savvy, and proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Very strong organizational skills are required.
• Must be an effective trouble shooter, communicator and problem solver
• Must be detailed oriented

Desired Characteristics:

• Effective learning skills
• Strong communication skills
• Strong people skills and the ability to work with various departments.
• Ability to handle sensitive and, at times, difficult situations with confidence and ease
• High level of responsiveness and follow-through

Eligibility 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 travel and work overtime, and on weekends with short notice
• It is the policy of *** Universal and *** Universal' s affiliated businesses to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy) sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law
  

Additional Information

*** Universal'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. *** Universal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access *** as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations in the US by calling 1-818-777-4107 and in the UK by calling +44 2036185726.

Job Title
Digital Account Manager

Job Description

I. Job Summary | Major goals and objectives.

MNI Targeted *** , a division of DotDash *** provides a single point of contact for multiplatform, customized and targeted advertising. From research and strategy to implementation and analysis, MNI Targeted *** offers a full suite of digital products and services as well a targeted integrated opportunities to efficiently and effectively reach audiences in select markets.

The Digital Account Manager is ultimately responsible for the successful execution of MNI Digital's online advertising campaigns, as well as client relations. Once a digital contract has been signed by the client and booked with MNI's Business Office, a Digital Account Manager may be assigned to take the lead on managing the remainder of the process.

II. Essential Job Functions

Weight %

Accountabilities, Actions and Expected Measurable Results

50%

• Develop and present campaign results to clients and represent client feedback internally to drive opportunities to *** ter align with customer needs across future opportunities
• Manage all aspects of advertiser campaign planning, launch execution, optimization and recap

20%

• Establish regular contact with customers to ensure their needs are met, communicate campaign progress, measure progress and proactively address issues and develop solutions

20%

• Act as point person for client questions and concerns
• Participate in client presentations with sales
• Responsible for overall client satisfaction

10%

• Up-sell and renew existing campaigns/clients, focus on retention and growing business
• Scope opportunities through partner kick off calls with sales and clients as needed
• Liaise with internal groups as needed to deliver solutions to clients
• All other duties as assigned.

III. Minimum Qualifications and Job Requirements | All must be met to be considered.

Education:

• Bachelors Degree in Business, Communications, Marketing or related field (and/or equivalent, relevant work experience).

Experience:

• 1-3 years minimum work experience preferred; ideal candidate will have 1 year minimum interactive experience, 1 year minimum account management experience at an agency.

Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent interdepartmental coordination and cooperation skills
• Demonstrated strong analytical/problem solving, organizational skills
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects, timelines and details
• Outstanding leadership skills suited to a collaborative, team-oriented environment
• Knowledge of online research methods, 3rd party research tools, and understanding of the facets of online advertising and ad metrics
• Skills in coaching and i *** uencing others
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint, Email and basic web-based protocols and communication tools
• Related online management experience, agency / *** experience preferred

It is the policy of *** Operations Corporation ("Dotdash *** ", "the Company") to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the Company will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Accommodation requests can be made by emailing ddm.[Please reply using Staff Me Up] .

The Company participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: ***

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