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Job Description

NBCUniversal is seeking a Associate Project Manager - Mastering to support the StudioPost Picture post-production Operations team. In this role, you will assist with coordinating Mastering projects, helping ensure smooth execution, accurate scheduling, and strong client service.

You will work closely with Project Managers, Operations, and Scheduling teams, the Associate Project Manager will help track project progress, support client communication, and ensure workflows stay organized and on schedule.

What You'll Do:

• Support Project Managers in the coordination and execution of mastering and restoration projects
• Assist in maintaining strong relationships with clients, operations teams, and internal stakeholders
• Help track project timelines, deliverables, and budgets to ensure alignment with project goals
• Participate in meetings and take detailed notes to support project execution
• Monitor daily project activity and communicate updates to Project Managers and stakeholders
• Assist in scheduling coordination, ensuring resources are properly allocated across projects
• Help facilitate communication between shifts (day, swing/night, weekends) to ensure continuity
• Support issue tracking and escalation by identifying potential risks or delays early
• Assist in reviewing client requests and flagging potential overages or scope changes
• Help ensure accurate documentation, order tracking, and timely billing support
• Contribute to process improvement efforts by identifying workflow inefficiencies

Qualifications

Let's Talk About You...

• Doer - You're organized, reliable, and follow through without needing to be chased
• Detail-Oriented - You catch the small things before they become big problems
• Team Player - You support the team and know when to step in vs. escalate
• Customer-Focused - You understand that client experience matters, even in the small interactions
• Communicator - You keep people informed without overcomplicating things
• Tech-Capable - Comfortable with MS Office and able to learn scheduling/workflow tools quickly

What You Must Have:

• 3+ years of experience in mastering post-production concepts, technologies and workflows

What You Maybe Have...

• Bachelor's degree
• Xytech/ScheduAll knowledge
• 3+ years of experience in Mastering postproduction project management
• Flexibility and an ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Possess solid track record of successful project management
• Possess excellent documentation skills
• Demonstrated ability to maintain composure when faced with difficult situations
• Demonstrated passion for providing a positive customer experience
• Demonstrated independent judgment, accountability for decisions, actions, and results

Additional Requirements:

• Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite. 
  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: $71,000 - $80,000

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].