Job Description

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. 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. Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world. Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') 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 Production Assistant, you are responsible for assisting production personnel on WNBA and Atlantic 10 Basketball (Men and Women), with the potential for Golf and other sports. Responsibilities: + Handle remote and/or studio production needs and requests + Assist with editing of sports television and/or video segments, including, but not limited to, highlight packages, bumpers and teases, as well as cueing shots and properly securing footage to be used in such segments + Help coordinate the maintenance and organization of sports television and/or video graphics + Support in daily highlight operation (screening, logging, writing and edit guidance) + Monitor newsfeeds + Secure video and audio footage to be used in highlight packages and features + Learn library and archive system + Assist in graphic coordination and features production + Perform required sports research + Regularly generate and distribute story and show ideas for all shows and platforms + Participate in production planning meetings + Support all phases of production + Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent work experience + 1+ years of professional production experience Desired Characteristics: + Ability to adhere to tight deadlines, communicate clearly and be able to handle multiple tasks in a highly pressurized environment + Collaborative, team oriented and is comfortable in a group atmosphere + Knowledge of basketball with an understanding of additional sports, including Golf and NASCAR + Interest in sports television production + Be versatile, self-motivated, energetic + Excellent communication ability + Possess a high level of initiative + Have exceptional oral and written communication skills + Team player Additional Requirements: + Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through + Willingness to work overtime, nights and weekends with short notice as needed + 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 + Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal or Versant-designated worksite. 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.

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Full time, Work experience placement, Local area, Remote work, Night shift, Weekend work,

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