Mastering Coordinator

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

The Mastering Coordinator supports NBCUniversal’s Studio Mastering organization by coordinating mastering and sub-mastering workflows that enable timely, accurate delivery of content across the company’s distribution supply chain. This role translates customer and distribution requirements into executable mastering workflows, identifies appropriate source materials, and partners with internal teams, StudioPost Operations, and external vendors to ensure work is delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with Studio Mastering technical specifications.

Responsibilities:

• Order Management & Workflow Execution
  • Interpret mastering requests and distribution requirements, translating high-level orders into detailed, executable workflows.
  • Define mastering and sub-mastering approaches based on specifications, delivery formats, timelines, and budget constraints.
  • Serve as a day-to-day point of coordination for assigned mastering work, escalating risks and issues as needed.
  • Prime contact for editorial workflow support, assisting editors and workflow specific to editorial projects and servicing
• Cross-Functional & Vendor Coordination
  • Partner with StudioPost Operations Project Managers to ensure work is completed on schedule and within approved budgets.
  • Coordinate with third-party service providers to support mastering and sub-mastering execution.
  • Maintain ongoing communication with Studio Mastering leadership regarding job status, priorities, and technical considerations.
• Asset Research & Source Element Identification
  • Research inventory systems and historical records to determine the most appropriate source elements for each mastering request.
  • Collaborate with Studio Mastering subject-matter experts to leverage knowledge of asset history, specifications, and condition.
• Tracking, Reporting & Continuous Improvement
  • Track and report job-level metrics, including status, work completed, remaining scope, and cost-to-date.
  • Contribute to ongoing evaluation and improvement of mastering specifications, workflows, and operational processes.
  • Stay current with evolving mastering standards, delivery specifications, and industry trends.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in motion picture or television post-production.
• 3+ years of experience in film, video, and/or audio post-production environments.
• Solid understanding of physical and file-based mastering workflows.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Desired Characteristics:

• Experience utilizing Smartsheets and Dolby version
• Experience supporting studio-level mastering or distribution operations.
• Understanding of feature film and television production and post-production lifecycles.
• Ability to identify workflow efficiencies and support best-practice implementation.
• Strong customer service mindset and collaborative communication style.

Additional Requirements:

• Hybrid: This position currently has a hybrid schedule, which requires contributing 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: $60,000 - $70,000

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 AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.