Freelance Associate, Project Management (Production) - NBC Sports

NBC - Stamford, CT

Full-time - Entry Level

Stamford, CT

1,001-5,000 employees

Broadcasting and Content Providers

About the position

The Associate, Project Management - Production role at NBC Sports involves supporting the production team in delivering live and same-day delayed event coverage during the Olympic Games. This position is project-based with an estimated duration of 18 months, focusing on staffing, onboarding, and planning for Olympic sport coverage throughout the year.

Responsibilities

• Report to the Coordinating Producer with assigned tasks surrounding staffing and onboarding all hires for the Olympics.
• Assist in negotiating and finalizing certain deals.
• Maintain various tracking and organizational documents around Olympic planning with continuous updates.
• Assist in planning for Olympic sport coverage throughout the year.
• Proactively offer and communicate new ideas to streamline the workflow.
• Demonstrate flexibility to take on additional projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and manage a variety of responsibilities on a day-to-day basis.
• Capable of working in a fast-paced environment and 'go the extra mile' under tight deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively with a team as well as independently.
• Possess a high level of initiative.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Demonstrate ability to navigate and learn various systems/databases.

Nice-to-haves

• Deep knowledge of and interest in the Olympics.