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Brennan Kennedy

Castle Rock,CO

Summary

Versatile Operations Supervisor successful at taking on routine and complex business challenges with resourceful and creative approach. Recognized as driven, dedicated and hardworking leader with history of streamlining operations and increasing results.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Operations Supervisor

NBC Universal
03.2018 - Current
  • Maintain the integrity of playlists and video streams of the NBC/Telemundo Owned and Operated stations.
  • Oversee the assigned Master Control Operators, sweep playlists for errors, verify emergency backups are ready if needed, liaise with stations on real time adjustments needed. Escalate and work with engineering, traffic, and news departments to fix immediate and ongoing issues.
  • Improved operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing time-saving strategies.
  • Managed daily operations for optimal performance, ensuring smooth workflows and timely completion of tasks.
  • Enhanced team productivity by providing ongoing training, coaching, and mentoring to staff members.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies, industry regulations, safety standards, and local laws during daily operations.
  • Ensured seamless program transitions by executing proper on-air switching techniques.
  • Improved overall broadcast performance with timely equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.
  • Increased viewer satisfaction by coordinating with production teams to resolve technical issues promptly.
  • Contributed to an organized work environment by maintaining a clean and clutter-free master control area.
  • Assisted in training new hires on standard operating procedures, improving team efficiency and cohesion.
  • Supported live event broadcasts by carefully managing signal feeds and ensuring minimal downtime during transmission breaks.
  • Played a crucial role in emergency reporting situations through quick response times and efficient coordination with news teams.
  • Achieved high-quality transmissions by closely monitoring closed captioning, subtitling, and on-screen graphics functions during broadcasts.
  • Efficiently managed commercial breaks for revenue generation while maintaining optimal content flow for viewers'' enjoyment.
  • Reduced technical errors during live broadcasts by following strict quality control standards and guidelines set forth by the station management team.
  • Utilized state-of-the-art automation systems to maximize efficiency in playback scheduling and content management processes within the master control room setting.
  • Successfully executed ad-hoc programming changes as needed to accommodate special events or breaking news stories without causing disruptions to regular schedules or viewer experiences.
  • Guaranteed continuous network feed availability through proactive management of satellite downlinks, fiber circuits, microwave links, or other sources as required for distribution purposes throughout assigned shifts or rotations periods within the calendar year schedule provided annually upon hire date approval by station management personnel contacts.
  • Provided excellent customer service to internal and external clients through effective communication, timely issue resolution, and a proactive approach to problemsolving.
  • Demonstrated a strong commitment to upholding all company policies, procedures, and values while performing daily tasks related to the role of Master Control Operator within the framework established by station management during regular meetings held periodically throughout each fiscal quarter period.
  • Monitored channels for compliance with federal regulations and strict company rules.
  • Ran commercials during newscasts, sports programs and network shows.
  • Performed quality control duties for on air content during newscasts.
  • Identified equipment issues and implemented troubleshooting techniques for resolution.
  • Kept signal strong, clear, and reliable with continuous monitoring and optimization of broadcast equipment.
  • Troubleshot issues with broadcast systems to resolve problems quickly to minimize downtime.
  • Evaluated program schedules and prepared programs to assess transmission readiness and identify any signal issues.
  • Selected sources from which programming would be received or through which programming would be transmitted.
  • Coordinated with engineers and producers to ensure effective operation of broadcast systems.
  • Completed emergency fixes as stopgap until maintenance teams could conduct advanced repairs.

Hub Coordinator

NBC Universal
06.2017 - 03.2018
  • This was a bridge/training position to transition Master Control Operators to Operations Supervisor roles
  • Maintain the integrity of playlists and video streams of the NBC/Telemundo Owned and Operated stations.
  • Oversee the assigned Master Control Operators, sweep playlists for errors, verify emergency backups are ready if needed, liaise with stations on real time adjustments needed. Escalate and work with engineering, traffic, and news departments to fix immediate and ongoing issues.

Master Control Operator

NBC Universal
03.2016 - 06.2017
  • Maintained the integrity of the assigned stations' playlists and monitoring video streams for escalation to the Operations Supervisors.
  • Increased viewer satisfaction by coordinating with production teams to resolve technical issues promptly.
  • Contributed to an organized work environment by maintaining a clean and clutter-free master control area.
  • Assisted in training new hires on standard operating procedures, improving team efficiency and cohesion.
  • Supported live event broadcasts by carefully managing signal feeds and ensuring minimal downtime during transmission breaks.
  • Played a crucial role in emergency reporting situations through quick response times and efficient coordination with news teams.
  • Achieved high-quality transmissions by closely monitoring closed captioning, subtitling, and on-screen graphics functions during broadcasts.
  • Efficiently managed commercial breaks for revenue generation while maintaining optimal content flow for viewers'' enjoyment.
  • Reduced technical errors during live broadcasts by following strict quality control standards and guidelines set forth by the station management team.
  • Utilized state-of-the-art automation systems to maximize efficiency in playback scheduling and content management processes within the master control room setting.
  • Successfully executed ad-hoc programming changes as needed to accommodate special events or breaking news stories without causing disruptions to regular schedules or viewer experiences.
  • Monitored channels for compliance with federal regulations and strict company rules.
  • Ran commercials during newscasts, sports programs and network shows.
  • Enhanced broadcast quality by monitoring and adjusting video, audio, and transmitter levels.
  • Ensured seamless program transitions by executing proper on-air switching techniques.

Master Control Operator

KSBW 8 Hearst Television
05.2000 - 02.2016
  • Enhanced broadcast quality by monitoring and adjusting video, audio, and transmitter levels.
  • Ensured seamless program transitions by executing proper on-air switching techniques.
  • Maintained accurate programming logs for FCC compliance and record-keeping purposes.
  • Improved overall broadcast performance with timely equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.
  • Increased viewer satisfaction by coordinating with production teams to resolve technical issues promptly.
  • Contributed to an organized work environment by maintaining a clean and clutter-free master control area.
  • Assisted in training new hires on standard operating procedures, improving team efficiency and cohesion.
  • Supported live event broadcasts by carefully managing signal feeds and ensuring minimal downtime during transmission breaks.
  • Played a crucial role in emergency reporting situations through quick response times and efficient coordination with news teams.
  • Achieved high-quality transmissions by closely monitoring closed captioning, subtitling, and on-screen graphics functions during broadcasts.
  • Efficiently managed commercial breaks for revenue generation while maintaining optimal content flow for viewers'' enjoyment.
  • Reduced technical errors during live broadcasts by following strict quality control standards and guidelines set forth by the station management team.
  • Utilized state-of-the-art automation systems to maximize efficiency in playback scheduling and content management processes within the master control room setting.
  • Successfully executed ad-hoc programming changes as needed to accommodate special events or breaking news stories without causing disruptions to regular schedules or viewer experiences.
  • Guaranteed continuous network feed availability through proactive management of satellite downlinks, fiber circuits, microwave links, or other sources as required for distribution purposes throughout assigned shifts or rotations periods within the calendar year schedule provided annually upon hire date approval by station management personnel contacts.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities aimed towards expanding knowledge base regarding emerging industry trends, technologies advancements, and best practices methodologies applicable within master control room environments across various media platforms available worldwide today.
  • Provided excellent customer service to internal and external clients through effective communication, timely issue resolution, and a proactive approach to problemsolving.
  • Demonstrated a strong commitment to upholding all company policies, procedures, and values while performing daily tasks related to the role of Master Control Operator within the framework established by station management during regular meetings held periodically throughout each fiscal quarter period.
  • Monitored channels for compliance with federal regulations and strict company rules.
  • Ran commercials during newscasts, sports programs and network shows.
  • Performed quality control duties for on air content during newscasts.
  • Performed as needed nes cast duties including Technical Directing, audio mixing, and tape loading
  • Identified equipment issues and implemented troubleshooting techniques for resolution.
  • Kept signal strong, clear, and reliable with continuous monitoring and optimization of broadcast equipment.
  • Troubleshot issues with broadcast systems to resolve problems quickly to minimize downtime.
  • Evaluated program schedules and prepared programs to assess transmission readiness and identify any signal issues.
  • Selected sources from which programming would be received or through which programming would be transmitted.
  • Adjusted controls on station console to regulate transmission fidelity, contrast, and brightness.
  • Coordinated with engineers and producers to ensure effective operation of broadcast systems.
  • Worked with sound engineers to strengthen audio and video quality during broadcasts.
  • Completed emergency fixes as stopgap until maintenance teams could conduct advanced repairs.

Education

High School Diploma -

Stevenson School
Pebble Beach, CA

Skills

  • Harris and Snell automation systems
  • Quality Control
  • Workflow Optimization
  • Content Management
  • Live Event Coordination
  • Broadcast Standards
  • Technical Troubleshooting
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Attention to Detail
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Self Motivation
  • Task Prioritization

Timeline

Operations Supervisor

NBC Universal
03.2018 - Current

Hub Coordinator

NBC Universal
06.2017 - 03.2018

Master Control Operator

NBC Universal
03.2016 - 06.2017

Master Control Operator

KSBW 8 Hearst Television
05.2000 - 02.2016

High School Diploma -

Stevenson School

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