MSNBC is hiring: Senior Manager, Audio Production- MSNBC in New York

Overview

We are looking for a Senior Production Manager to join our MSNBC Audio Unit. This role will work across the unit to support multiple projects, managing operational and technical structures that keep the unit moving. The Senior Production Manager will ensure high technical standards, design workflows, mix tape, and manage a small team of engineers. They will also work to build unit cohesion through strong organizational and administrative skills, and collaboration with the external platform partners that showcase our content. The Senior Production Manager should have an understanding of and interest in news and politics, as well as journalism best practices.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage production calendars


• Train new team members, including our linear partners responsible for showcasts & ensure podcasts are posted properly to spec


• Help set up shoots
  
  
  
  • Book studios
  
  
  • Book crews
  
  
  • Manage needs for live event recordings
  
  
  • Collaborate with TV crews on best audio practices
  
  
  • Serve as on-the-ground audio mixer
  
  
  • Ingest video & audio for podcast edits
  
  
  
  


• Operations support to launch new podcasts, including:
  
  
  
  • Posting trailers & feed drops
  
  
  • Notifying Sirius of new shows
  
  
  • Collaborating with marketing & EP on feed presentation
  
  
  • Work with platforms team to build website infrastructure for new shows
  
  
  • Build new feeds
  
  
  
  


• As new shows are launched, design workflows around existing personnel and resources


• Maintain & organize cloud storage folders


• Maintain log of equipment & purchase equipment when needed


• Evaluate software & hardware needs for the unit; source & negotiate contracts with vendors


• Troubleshoot technical problems


• Manage a team of engineers
  
  
  
  • Assigning engineers to audio mixes and video edits where appropriate
  
  
  • Hiring freelance engineers when needed
  
  
  
  


• Establish video podcast workflows & ensure compliance to spec


• Mix episodes; QC final episodes


• License music for episodes & maintain music library


• Oversee copyrighting processes & manage cue sheets

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience


• 7+ years of audio production experience


• High-level technical expertise in ProTools and Descript


• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects under deadline

Desired Qualifications

• Collaborative attitude and strong communication skills


• Self-starter


• Fast learner


• Enjoys solving problems


• Works well within a large organization

Hybrid

This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range: $105,000-145,000

When you join the NBCUniversal family, you’ll get… We’re a global company that values our employee’s individual experiences and wellbeing. We know that we’re smarter, more dynamic and better together. That’s why we offer benefits and perks to meet your unique needs. Read more about them on our careers site here.

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.

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.

Although you'll be hired as an NBCU employee, your employment and the responsibilities associated with this job likely will transition to Versant in the future. By joining at this pivotal time, you'll be a part of this exciting company as it takes shape.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Other

Industries

Broadcast Media Production and Distribution, Entertainment Providers, and Media Production

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