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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.
Versant Media is seeking a highly experienced and visionary VP, Production Engineering to lead the teams responsible for the technical backbone of our media operations. This is a critical leadership role that will oversee the development and technical support for all media systems, ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and scalability of content delivery across our live broadcast, digital streaming, and on-demand platforms. The ideal candidate will be a strategic leader with a deep understanding of media technology and a proven track record of managing high-performing engineering teams in a fast-paced media environment.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Video Engineering & Streaming Platforms
Production & Post-Production Support
Implementation & Delivery
Strategic Leadership
Team Management
The ideal candidate is a seasoned media technology professional with a passion for innovation and a deep understanding of the complexities of broadcast and digital content delivery. You are a strategic thinker who can not only manage daily operations but also plan for the future of our technical infrastructure. You thrive in a dynamic environment and have a reputation for building and leading teams that consistently deliver high-quality, reliable, and scalable solutions.
Additional Requirements:
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. Salary range: $225,000 - $275,000 (bonus and long-term incentive eligible)
We are accepting applications for this position on an ongoing basis.
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.