Manager, On-Air Scheduling

About the Position

We are seeking a Manager, On-Air Scheduling to manage a high-performing team responsible for 24/7 linear and digital playout across networks like NBC, Bravo, and Telemundo.

Responsibilities

• 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 a 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.

Requirements

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.

Preferred 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.

We Offer

• Competitive salary range: $80,000 - $110,000 (bonus eligible).
• Company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks.
• Hybrid work schedule, requiring contributing from the office a minimum of four days per week.

About the Company

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.

Job Location

Centennial, CO

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.

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