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Freelance Project Manager, On‑Air Graphics – NBC Sports

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NBCUniversal is one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies, creating world‑class content across film, television, streaming and theme parks.

Job Description

This is a freelance full‑time hours project / limited‑term position with an estimated duration of up to 4–12 months, unless amended or terminated when deliverables are completed. Conversion to full‑time staff could be considered.

Role Purpose

The On‑Air Graphics Project Manager is the logistical hub of our motion graphics projects.

Responsibilities

• Aggregate project information and specifications:
  • Formulate deliverables lists
  • Create job calendars
  • Create budget estimates
• Work with scheduling and senior management to secure resources (both internal and external) to complete the needed work.
• Manage the time of the artists, ensuring the project stays on calendar.
• Collaborate with other in‑house Project Managers and Scheduler to share resources among overlapping properties.
• Collaborate with Art Directors to guide and facilitate the creative process.
• Collaborate with show‑side staff to set expectations, timelines and budgets as they pertain to their particular needs, shepherding projects from pre‑air build to on‑air support.
• Deliver high‑quality graphics on time and on budget, ensuring a smooth workflow and punctual delivery of QC’d, air‑worthy motion graphics assets.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum five (5) years’ experience working at a Network or broadcast design agency.
• A solid foundation in the software and processes involved in broadcast graphics production.
• Strong organizational skills/habits and the ability to maintain focus on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Refined communication skills and record‑keeping abilities.
• Possess a ‘show must go on’ attitude and approach.
• Show great ownership of assigned projects.

Eligibility Requirements

• Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered.
• 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.
• It is the policy of NBCUniversal and NBCUniversal’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.

Desired Characteristics

• A high level of organizational and media management skills is necessary for the successful execution of this position.
• The successful candidate will work well with others, perform various tasks simultaneously, and handle occasional stressful situations as it naturally pertains to live television production.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook/Word/Excel) is necessary; expertise in Adobe Photoshop and After Effects is a significant plus.
• Love of sports is a plus.

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.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Project Management

Industries

Entertainment Providers