Manager On-Air Scheduling

Company 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 global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information.

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.

Job Description

• Manage a high performing team of On Air Schedulers responsible for ²⁴⁄₇ linear and digital playout across networks like NBC, Bravo, and Telemundo.
• Lead a team of Personnel Schedulers responsible for staff coverage across all broadcast and digital operations to ensure seamless ²⁴⁄₇ staffing and continuity.
• Lead program clearances and scheduling for 248 NBC stations, coordinating across On-Air Operations, Affiliate Relations, and Research to ensure grid accuracy and seamless service delivery.
• Scale operations to support over 50 FAST channels and high concurrency live events on Peacock.
• Maintain uncompromising standards for on-air reliability and scheduling precision to ensure a flawless global viewing experience.
• Serve as subject matter expert on cloud-based playout workflows and become proficient in next gen systems like Webscheduler, Translator Linear, OTTO, and Compass.
• Collaborate with product teams to drive the roadmap, prioritizing key features and fixes while leading testing for cloud-native deployments.
• Manage change control and maintenance priorities to keep live air windows risk free.
• Identify opportunities for AI and automation to handle manual data tasks, allowing the operation to scale more effectively.
• Act as a strategic partner to keep the team sharp on both traditional broadcast standards and new streaming features.
• Work closely with upstream teams including Broadcast, Marketing, Programming, Sales, and Media Operations to keep primary and disaster recovery workflows in sync.
• Track team performance and keep leadership updated on budget and staffing needs.
• Pivot between priorities as business needs change, including adjusting staffing for major events or system maintenance.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• BA/BS in a related field or equivalent combined education and experience
• 5+ years’ experience in digital broadcast systems, production standards, and technical processes.
• 4+ years of relevant experience in Media or Broadcast Operations.
• 2+ years of leadership experience with a track record of managing staff and building strong teams.
• 1+ years of project management experience within a broadcast or media environment.

Preffered Qualifications

• Prior experience supporting high-pressure, global events (Winter Olympics, World Cup) with a focus on ²⁴⁄₇ staffing continuity.
• Interest or experience in using AI tools to help with complex scheduling and resource planning.
• Familiarity with automated distribution for FAST channels and high-concurrency streaming events.
• A good understanding of how to automate data movement and asset tracking across the media supply chain.
• Strategic project management leadership.
• Prior experience with broadcast distribution automation systems.
• Knowledge of ad sales traffic systems (Sintec, Wide Orbit) and personnel scheduling systems (ScheduALL, When I Work, etc.).
• Strong attention to detail, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Flexible, adaptable, and handles pressure well.

Additional Requirements

• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered (Job # 51573800)
• Must be willing to work in Centennial, CO #LIHybrid
• Must have unrestricted employment authorization to work in the United States.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must be willing to submit to a background investigation
• Must be willing and available to work any shift including overnight shifts, weekends, and holidays to meet the needs of a 24x7/365 operation, with possibility of schedule changes based on business needs and priorities.

Hybrid: This position currently has a hybrid schedule, which requires contributing from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time.

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 NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $80,000 - $110,000 (bonus eligible)

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 [email protected].