- Job Requirements: Must be local to location (or willing to work as a local).
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
*** News Channel is looking for a highly motivated person with excellent communication skills to staff our *** Services Operation. The ideal candidate is interested in newsgathering and has a strong technical background with experience in news transmission and production.
Responsibilities:
- Efficiently book and manage newsgathering resources and transmission facilities for *** News Channel, *** affiliates and Clients
- Ingest, route and move video content throughout our network
- Quality Control of content (audio/video)
- Video editing using AVID *** Composer
- Trouble-shoot transmission issues
- Support and troubleshoot transmission technologies
- Coordinate transmission facilities for breaking news and special events
- Video switching duties
- Possibility of travel to special events
This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.
Qualifications
- Must be able to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and overnights since *** News Channel is a 24-hour operation
- Minimum 1 year news production or related experience
- Teamwork is a must, plus ability to work well independently
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
- Familiarity with IP-based transmission, satellite and fiber technologies
- Ability to prioritize tasks and perform well under pressure
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Quickly adapt to various computer programs and systems
- Excellent customer ser *** skills
- Must be willing to work in Charlotte, NC
- Must be willing to adhere to all Company COVID-19 workplace safety policies and protocols.
- In select work settings or where jurisdictionally mandated,must submit an attestation disclosing yourCOVID-19 vaccination status and be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or adhere to enhanced protocols.
Desired Characteristics:
- College degree or previous experience in a technical field
- Basic knowledge of transmission technology and equipment
- Familiarity with ScheduALL booking system
- Experience with AVID news production tools such as *** Composer, iNews, Interplay, and *** Central
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 *** Universal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $45,760 - $62,400
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.
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