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Job Description

The Rockefeller Center Operations (RCO) team is responsible for managing Studio Operations in 30 Rock, Facilities Operations in NBCUniversal’s NYC and Englewood Cliffs offices and the Guest Experience with respect to The Tour at NBC Studios, The Shop at NBC Studios and Show Audience Operations.

We are creating a single Guest Experience team, to work closely together to ensure optimal experiences for our public and internal guests, coming to 30 Rock. Leading this team will be the VP, Rockefeller Center Operations Guest Experience.

The VP will manage a team of approximately 10 staff and 8-10 contractors and will report directly to the EVP of Rockefeller Center Operations.

What You’ll Do:

• Ensure the experience of all guests coming to 30 Rock to visit NBCUniversal is consistent and memorable
• Elevate the experience of guests attending shows, Tour guests, and guests in the Shop, by integrating the RCO staff and contractors dedicated to supporting these experiences
• Collaborate with other Rockefeller Center Operations and Operations and Technology (O&T) teams to create the best possible experience for our guests, including working directly with:
  • Production and Studio Operations
  • Planning and Scheduling
  • Facilities Operations
  • Security
• Collaborate with other NBCUniversal teams to ensure alignment with creative goals, and partnering where beneficial, including but not limited to:
  • 30 Rock-based productions
  • Destinations and Experiences
  • Peacock
  • TV & Streaming
• Attract, develop and lead a highly engaged team of staff and contractors who are well-versed in tenets of client service
• Establish a client-centric approach in which guest issues are adequately addressed and resolved in a timely and professional manner
• Build and maintain a strong relationship with NBC Page Program leadership, to ensure Page staffing needs and training are coordinated across all aspects of the Guest Experience team
• Own training of NBC Pages to support all aspects of Guest Experience
• Own training and development of ambassador contractors in Shop, for effective alignment of Guest Experience in the space
• Manage and own Guest Experience P&Ls, partnering with and interfacing regularly with Finance leadership
• Coordinate with the Corporate Creative team and RCO team members to make certain that content and media in all managed space is up to date
• Oversee Audience Operations for 30 Rock-based shows, including but not limited to The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Late Night With Seth Meyers, Saturday Night Live, The Kelly Clarkson Show and specials as they are scheduled
• Injecting a client-forward orientation throughout the team
• Collaborate with show producers, audience producers, 1iota and audience coordinators (where applicable) so that audiences are aligned with show priorities
• Effectively lead the Tour and Shop teams to sustain business success, optimal growth and operational excellence
• Understand all aspects of all tools used across all key Guest Experience teams, including but not limited to:
  • ANC
  • Kahut
  • KWI
  • Tour Show Control
  • XOLA
  • Qudini
• Partner closely with Corporate Events, Hospitality, Studio Operations and Corporate Communications on 30 Rock-based in-studio events

Qualifications

Let’s Talk About You…

• Executer – You get things done! Using strong business acumen, inciteful analytical skills, and superior organizational skills you manage through competing priorities within a matrixed environment.
• Communicate with ease – You have a way with words; written and verbal
• Trusted counselor – You quickly gain trust and respect with colleagues and employees and can influence as needed, keeping a client-focused mindset
• Self-starter – You are motivated, can work with minimal guidance, and can identify helpful resources to get the job done
• Customer Service Champion– No request is too big or too small, you put customers and our people first
• Juggler – You know how to manage multiple tasks and priorities and move them all along effectively while keeping stakeholders updated and informed
• Coach – You help bring the best potential out of the employees, managers, and partners you work with, helping them to further their development and create a great place to work with one another
• Leadership- You are a proven leader known to challenge the status quo, introduce new and better ways of delivering results, make difficult decisions when needed, and lead through change. You lead teams of professionals by mentoring and developing; you help them reach their full potential.
• Cool Under Pressure – You handle stressful situations with ease and professionalism while managing multiple stakeholders and competing priorities

What You Must Have:

• Bachelors Degree in Communications, Media, or a related field
• Minimum 10 years of experience in a leadership and managerial role
• Experience in Audience Operations, Retail Operations or other operations interfacing with the public

Additional Information:

• 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: $125,000- $175,000 (bonus eligible)

Additional Information

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