NBCUniversal
Freelance BOC Maintenance Core Manager Milan Cortina Olympics NBC Sports
NBCUniversal, Stamford, Connecticut, United States, 06925
Overview
NBC Olympics is seeking a BOC Maintenance Core Manager within the International Broadcast Center (IBC) Engineering department to support the 2026 Milan Winter Games. In this position, you will provide technical engineering support of the core routing and transmission systems in the NBC Sports facility within the IBC in Milan and will be a part of the Engineering Team for NBC Olympics in country. The position requires both hands-on technical skills, as well as interpersonal skills to effectively work with our engineering and operational partners in the IBC, Stamford Connecticut headquarters, and with Olympic Broadcasting Services (OBS). Responsibilities
Provide front-line support for core broadcast systems, including routing, transmission, multiviewers, reference distribution, audio systems, and encoders/decoders Interface with BOC operators and supervisors, and engineering partners at venues, Stamford CT headquarters, and OBS in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues during system checkout period and during Games time Assist in configuration and system checks prior to the Games and help with teardown Qualifications
Basic Requirements
Minimum five (5+) years of experience in live broadcast engineering Experience in video and audio routing systems in a network-level broadcast facility with complex signal paths and workflows Experience with video and audio transmission systems, including baseband fiber optics, compressed IP multicast, and satellite Proficiency in general IP networking, including configuring and troubleshooting network connectivity issues Ability to read and understand broadcast system wiring and flow diagrams Familiarity with broadcast signal test equipment and procedures, including waveform monitors, audio metering, lip-sync measurement, IP analyzers, etc Desired Characteristics
Familiarity with SMPTE ST 2110 standards Experience in HDR workflows Ability to effectively work in a fast-paced production environment and stay calm under the pressures of high-profile live television Experience working on world-broadcast sporting events, either for a rights holder or host broadcaster Familiarity with a wide variety of broadcast production equipment, including cameras, audio, intercoms, displays, conversion gear, monitoring & control systems Passion for working on large-scale events like the Olympics Business fluent (written and spoken) in English Additional Requirements
Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered. Willingness to work remote during pre-Olympics period and willingness to work onsite in Milan, Italy closer to Olympics Games time Willingness to travel internationally Must be able to work assigned hours, including evenings and weekends Must be 18 years or older Required On-Site:
This position is required to be performed from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite. 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. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access nbcunicareers.com as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by emailing AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com. For LA County and City Residents Only: 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.
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NBC Olympics is seeking a BOC Maintenance Core Manager within the International Broadcast Center (IBC) Engineering department to support the 2026 Milan Winter Games. In this position, you will provide technical engineering support of the core routing and transmission systems in the NBC Sports facility within the IBC in Milan and will be a part of the Engineering Team for NBC Olympics in country. The position requires both hands-on technical skills, as well as interpersonal skills to effectively work with our engineering and operational partners in the IBC, Stamford Connecticut headquarters, and with Olympic Broadcasting Services (OBS). Responsibilities
Provide front-line support for core broadcast systems, including routing, transmission, multiviewers, reference distribution, audio systems, and encoders/decoders Interface with BOC operators and supervisors, and engineering partners at venues, Stamford CT headquarters, and OBS in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues during system checkout period and during Games time Assist in configuration and system checks prior to the Games and help with teardown Qualifications
Basic Requirements
Minimum five (5+) years of experience in live broadcast engineering Experience in video and audio routing systems in a network-level broadcast facility with complex signal paths and workflows Experience with video and audio transmission systems, including baseband fiber optics, compressed IP multicast, and satellite Proficiency in general IP networking, including configuring and troubleshooting network connectivity issues Ability to read and understand broadcast system wiring and flow diagrams Familiarity with broadcast signal test equipment and procedures, including waveform monitors, audio metering, lip-sync measurement, IP analyzers, etc Desired Characteristics
Familiarity with SMPTE ST 2110 standards Experience in HDR workflows Ability to effectively work in a fast-paced production environment and stay calm under the pressures of high-profile live television Experience working on world-broadcast sporting events, either for a rights holder or host broadcaster Familiarity with a wide variety of broadcast production equipment, including cameras, audio, intercoms, displays, conversion gear, monitoring & control systems Passion for working on large-scale events like the Olympics Business fluent (written and spoken) in English Additional Requirements
Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered. Willingness to work remote during pre-Olympics period and willingness to work onsite in Milan, Italy closer to Olympics Games time Willingness to travel internationally Must be able to work assigned hours, including evenings and weekends Must be 18 years or older Required On-Site:
This position is required to be performed from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite. 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. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access nbcunicareers.com as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by emailing AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com. For LA County and City Residents Only: 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.
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