Technical Director, Studios

Job Description

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Job Description
NBC News Studios is seeking a skilled, seasoned audio ENG and production manager to perform the following duties across multiple NBC News podcast titles.
Duties:
• Manage pre- and post-production, audio and video ingest, including live and remote recordings, audio mix, scoring, spec compliance, and final delivery of all published episodes video-first and audio-first podcasts.
• Manage and execute mixes of original pods and showcasts.
• Work with editorial teams to pull, edit, score, and mix repurposed or extended cuts of interviews pulled from broadcast for podcast feeds.
• Work with editorial and production teams to manage pre- and post-production on originals, weeklies, and new shows.
• Support transition of audio podcasts to video, train teams on how to prepare video podcasts for delivery.
• As needed, travel to live events and work with editorial, talent, and broadcast crews to optimize audio quality and capture for podcast.
• Plan and operationalize podcast workflows for new shows, optimizing for existing editorial structure, workflow, and show format.
• Onboard and train new audio hires.
• Misc: Budget and order gear for teams; Archive files and projects; Oversee and assemble cue sheets; Write music briefs, hire composers, and provide creative music supervision on original music packages.
Qualifications
Basic Requirements:
• At least 8 years of experience managing long-form projects and podcasting logistics
• Proficiency in and management of Riverside.fm, Descript, Dropbox, etc.
• Ability to provide access and troubleshooting for all teams
• Ability to deal with unexpected circumstances and prepare workable alternative plans
• Strong knowledge of emerging platforms and documentary landscapes
• Solid knowledge of new shooting techniques, workflows and equipment

Desired Characteristics:
• Ability to lead and motivate others
• Strong editorial and storytelling skills
• Ability to pay precise attention to details and have a methodical approach to work
Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.
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: $130,000 - $165,000

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-128w20-216-73-216-22-42 in your application.