Job Description
Role:
The Senior Producer serves as the primary production lead during the execution of marketing production campaigns, acting as the liaison between internal creative teams, commercial production companies, and show production. As the on-set production supervisor, the Senior Producer oversees both the budgetary and operational needs of each shoot while managing communications and relationships with cross-functional network stakeholders, talent, vendors, and clients.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with Universal Television Entertainment networks, as well as other NBCUniversal business divisions, to assess and define production requirements in support of creative initiatives on a project-by-project basis.
- Lead and oversee the end-to-end production process for medium- to high-priority promotional shoots across video, digital, social, and photography, including, but not limited to, pre-production planning, technical scouts, legal, talent, EHS clearances, on-set execution, and final asset delivery to post-production.
- Serve as the primary liaison among internal creative teams, production companies, studio and show production teams, press, talent, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless project coordination and execution on time and within budget.
- Source, engage, and manage production companies, production service providers, directors, and photographers as needed.
- Review, negotiate, and approve proposals and budgets submitted by commercial and service production partners.
- Maintain a working knowledge of production-related legal requirements and partner with legal counsel to draft, review, execute, and ensure compliance with contracts and agreements.
- Partner with EHS to ensure all productions adhere to NBCUniversal’s health, safety, and compliance protocols.
- Mentor and develop associate producers and production coordinators, providing guidance on both the technical and interpersonal aspects of production management.
- Provide strategic guidance and operational support to associate producers managing embedded crew productions and other small-scale assignments.
- Support producers and executive producers across all projects, including the organization, completion, and filing of production documentation for tent-pole promotional and marketing shoots, such as PSAs, statements of work, talent releases, EHS documentation, and related materials.
- Manage vendor onboarding processes and oversee payroll administration for external production resources and service providers.
- Coordinate with post-production operations teams to ensure the timely and accurate ingest and delivery of all production assets to designated stakeholders.
- Lead and contribute to special projects as assigned.
- Provide additional production support across a variety of promotional shoot initiatives as required.
- Demonstrate a strong sense of urgency, accountability, and responsiveness while effectively managing multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Qualifications
Basic Requirements:
- College degree required.
- Minimum five years of experience as a line producer, agency producer, or in a similar role, with responsibility for managing project budgets exceeding $200K.
- Working knowledge of shoot budgeting using AICP and standard commercial production formats.
- Demonstrated knowledge of on-set production rules, requirements, and best practices.
- Demonstrated knowledge of IATSE, SAG-AFTRA, and DGA contracts, rules, and requirements.
- Experience working with celebrity and non-celebrity talent, as well as talent agents, managers, and publicists.
- Knowledge of leading-edge video production technologies, including current camera systems, equipment, technical specifications, and post-production workflows.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Airtable, and production budgeting software.
- Prior experience at an advertising agency, production company, television network, or streaming platform.
- Willingness to travel extensively and work overtime and/or on weekends, as necessary, with short notice.
Desired Characteristics:
- Strong leadership skills and natural leadership ability.
- Confident and professional communication and presentation skills.
- Passion for logistics, operational execution, and structured problem-solving.
- Strong quantitative and negotiation skills.
- Excellent organizational and client service skills.
- Desire to build and maintain strong vendor and interdepartmental relationships.
- Strong sense of urgency, with the ability to manage time-sensitive priorities and multiple deadlines.
- Direct, clear, and effective communication style.
- Ability to work successfully within teams while managing multiple projects and meeting tight deadlines under pressure.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Additional Requirements:
- 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: $110,000- $140,000 (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 AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.
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.