Freelance Scheduling Coordinator - NBC Sports

NBCUniversal • Stamford, CT

3d • $24 - $26 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Scheduling Coordinator supports productions across the NBC Sports portfolio. This is a project-based, limited-term position with an estimated duration of up to 10 months, unless amended or terminated as project deliverables are completed. The role works with NBC Sports staff and daily-hire and freelance technical personnel to crew remote productions, coordinate event and travel information, support payroll and onboarding, and help resolve scheduling issues. The position is hybrid, generally requiring at least four days per week in the office, and must be worked from Stamford, Connecticut.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent work experience.
• Understanding of technical crew roles in a production environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organization and attention to detail, with the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to partner with all levels across the business.
• Must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered.
• Must be willing to work in Stamford, Connecticut.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization in the United States.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Willingness to work extended hours, weekends, and holidays based on the event schedule.

Nice To Haves

• Two or more years of experience in broadcasting or a related field; sports broadcast experience is preferred.
• Experience with scheduling, coordinating, or crewing, including internship experience.

Responsibilities

• Contact requested engineers to check availability, negotiate rates, and hire technical personnel for remote production events.
• Coordinate with Technical Managers and Production Managers to obtain information needed to create accurate crew sheets.
• Provide crew event information to Production Managers in a timely manner so travel logistics can be coordinated cost-efficiently.
• Support Operations and Production in resolving last-minute scheduling and crewing issues, including schedule or programming changes, sick calls, and location changes.
• Provide payroll support for each event.
• Manage the internal personnel (SCORE) system, including initiating and monitoring the onboarding process for new hires.
• Anticipate and communicate issues to management so they can be resolved quickly.
• Proactively address issues that arise during production.
• Perform other related duties as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level