Manager Worldwide Local Platforms

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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.

Job Description

About Us:

NBCUniversal Global TV Distribution is responsible for the licensing and distribution of NBCUniversal product to all forms of television and new media platforms in the U.S., Canada and in over 200 territories internationally. NBCUniversal’s content portfolio includes a vast and diverse library of more than 6,500 feature films and 170,000 television episodes, including current and classic titles, non-scripted programming, kids, sports, news, long-form and short-form programming from Universal Pictures, Focus Features, Universal Television, UCP, Universal International Studios, Sky Studios, NBC Late Night properties, DreamWorks Animation, Telemundo, and more, as well as locally produced content from around the world. Global TV Distribution is a division of Comcast NBCUniversal.

Job Description:

The Manager, Worldwide Local Platforms oversees operations for the servicing of feature and episodic materials to Worldwide linear and streaming clients who license content from NBCUniversal. This position will be responsible for maintaining and establishing efficient workflows to deliver required content to clients in a timely manner and in accordance with contractual terms. This position will be reporting to the Director, Domestic Servicing.

Responsibilities

• Oversee materials servicing for Free TV, Pay TV, Basic Cable, and Subscription on Demand clients for Feature Film and Television product in Worldwide markets including video, closed captions, audio description, and localized assets
• Review contractual terms to determine their impact on operations, and ensure license agreements are properly approved before the delivery of assets
• Create and update purchase orders in proprietary sales and licensing system with relevant delivery and invoice information in a timely manner
• Manage and complete the research and ordering process for materials needed to fulfill contractual requirements in accordance with department service level agreements, and as requested by clients for time sensitive releases
• Proactively investigate and resolve material rejections
• Partner with Mastering, Servicing, Marketing, and Technical Operations teams along with outside Post Production and Storage facilities to ensure that all necessary materials are properly created and provided to licensees
• Run bi-weekly and monthly reports of all product licensed out of proprietary sales and licensing system to provide status of servicing to executive management for revenue recognition
• Analyze new licensee technical specifications for onboarding and advise management on cost implications along with alignment of contractual obligations
• Improve, establish, and implement processes and policies to increase efficiency and productivity across applicable product lines as well as drafting and updating these workflows as necessary

The responsibilities associated with this position are not limited to the above descriptions and may be modified at any time by the Department or NBCUniversal.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• Minimum BA or equivalent Degree
• Minimum 3 years of experience in videotape and/or digital operations including at least 1 year managing or mentoring growth in technical, analytical, and communication skills.
• Intermediate knowledge of videotape, digital encoding formats and electronic delivery methods
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 (e.g., Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, OneNote and SharePoint)
• Intermediate knowledge of Excel, including Macros (VBA), Databases, Pivot Tables, and Advanced Formulas

Desired Characteristics:

• Experience servicing linear and streaming clients including managing client inquiries and partnering cross‑functionally to resolve issues
• Motivated and disciplined with a strong sense of ownership and the flexibility to work effectively both independently and in highly collaborative team environments
• Strong prioritization, organization, and time‑management skills, with the ability to self‑direct and remain focused under tight deadlines, concurrent priorities, and a fast‑paced, changing environment
• Proactive, self‑aware team player with a growth mindset, high personal standards, and a commitment to continuous personal and professional development
• Polished professional presence with the judgment and emotional intelligence to adapt communication style when engaging stakeholders across all levels of the organization
• Quick learner with openness to adopting new tools, systems, and ways of working
• Ability to anticipate and mitigate issues proactively, providing clear and timely communication to management regarding progress, risks, and potential delays
• Strong understanding of the current media landscape, paired with a genuine passion for film and television.
• Ability to monitor delivery of day and date episodic content during the evening and on weekends, as needed.

Additional Requirements:

Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, which currently requires contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week. Beginning January 5, 2026, hybrid employees will be required to work 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: $75,000- $100,000 (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.

NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.

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 [email protected].