Virtual Channels Associate

Job Description

Job Description
At Peacock, we know life is complicated but believe entertainment shouldn't be. We envision a more human streaming experience that embraces the entertainment you love. Backed by 100+ years of NBCUniversal legacy, we know how to entertain. We combine this legacy with an insatiable itch for innovation, embracing the data and technologies that challenge the status quo. Our team is never done obsessing over how best to deliver excellence across television, film, sports, news, and more.
This ambition is a group effort. As challengers at heart, our secret weapon is our talented team of big thinkers, data-driven drivers of growth and innovation. We start by putting people first, embracing empathy and compassion to create a more dynamic, more fulfilling workplace and a better, more enjoyable product. As a company, we embrace the power of transparency and inclusion. We know the best idea can come from anywhere, so we're committed to creating an organization where we act as one and put ego aside. We are determined to forge the next frontier of streaming through trust, teamwork, and talent.
NBC Universal is hiring an Associate, Virtual Channels to help build, maintain and support Peacock's channels portfolio at our direct-to-consumer streaming service, Peacock.
Peacock's Virtual Channels team leads the programming, scheduling, operations and measurement of a portfolio of 24/7 linear and on-demand video channels streaming an array of entertainment, news and sports content. In developing lean-back program schedules that span Saturday Night Live, NBC News and the WWE, the team plays a key role in establishing Peacock's leadership in the streaming TV space.
We are looking for a proactive, curious candidate who is eager to assist in the conception, programming, and upkeep of Peacock's linear and video-on-demand virtual channels. Under the guidance of the Senior Manager, Virtual Channels, you will work directly in a variety of digital publishing systems to manage daily schedules that power channels appearing on Peacock itself and in linear experiences on partner platforms, as well as review and recommend television and film content from the Peacock catalog. In addition, you will access numerous tools to gather performance data and derive insights you can use to optimize programming lineups and drive consumption.
This is a hands-on role involving close collaboration with both creative and technical partners. We seek a highly motivated, intensely creative individual who can operate independently, is adept at swiftly handling change and is comfortable with troubleshooting challenges in constantly evolving technical systems.
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• Minimum 2+ years' experience with streaming media operations; film/TV program scheduling experience a plus
• Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 (including OneDrive and SharePoint), AirTable, as well as data measurement and analysis tools such as Tableau/PAVO
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong collaborative and interpersonal skills
• Self-starter and ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to multitask
• Ability to work in Playa Vista, CA

Desired Characteristics:
• Experience working in streaming media operations role preferred
• A passion for television and movies
• General understanding of content publishing operations or administration for a streaming service
• Demonstrable ability to manage an ever-changing content pipeline 7 days a week
Additional Requirements:
• This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week
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: $65,000-$85,000

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