VP Production Finance

Universal Global Television (UGT), a division of Universal Studio Group, partners with visionary storytellers across the globe to deliver bold, distinctive shows with universal resonance. Led by President Beatrice Springborn, UGT’s portfolio brings together award-winning production companies Carnival Films, Heyday Television, and Working Title Television alongside leading creators including Seth MacFarlane, Patrick Macmanus, Nick Antosca and Rachel Shukert. Headquartered in London and Los Angeles, the studio currently produces 27 series across 14 platforms, including local linear powerhouses such as BBC (UK), ABC (Australia), CBC (Canada) and streamers Peacock, Netflix, Apple and Binge (Australia). Its slate spans genres and territories, with titles including 'The Day of the Jackal,' ‘Downton Abbey,’ 'All Her Fault,' 'Cape Fear,' 'Ted,' ‘The Five-Star Weekend,’ and ‘The ‘Burbs.’ UGT titles have broken streaming records globally, with series regularly topping charts across the US, UK, and more than 50 other countries. Home to ground-breaking and intentional storytelling, UGT's slate has earned recognition from the Peabody Awards, Emmy Awards, BAFTAs and Golden Globes. UGT’s internal scripted unit develops and produces original programming and has a proven track record of co-producing, financing, and partnering with independent producers to bring ambitious projects to screen. Partnerships include "One Day" with Drama Republic, "The Undeclared War" with Playground Entertainment, and forthcoming "The Dream Lands" with Sister Pictures. UGT also invests in leading creative talent through its minority stake and first-look distribution deal with Canada's Lark Productions ("Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent," "Allegiance”). At Universal Global Television, we are focused on our commitment to a more ambitious and inclusive future. Our company values play a huge part in this commitment and the culture of our company. We’re Ambitious For our Future, We’re In This Together, We’re Actively Inclusive. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, and we’ll do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, speak to our recruitment team who will be happy to support you. Accessibility Statement | NBCUnicareers The Vice President, Physical Production is responsible for leading and overseeing physical production activities for Universal Global Television, managing pilot and series productions from development through delivery. Reporting directly to the Executive Vice President, the role partners closely with studio, network, and creative leadership to develop accurate production plans, budgets, and schedules while ensuring productions are delivered on time, on budget, and in compliance with NBCUniversal policies and industry best practices. This is a fast-paced leadership role requiring extensive production experience, exceptional leadership skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with U.S. and international teams. RESPONSIBILITIES Production Leadership •Lead all aspects of physical production across scripted series, and co-productions from greenlight through delivery. •Serve as the primary production liaison between the studio, network, production companies, and producers, overseeing day-to-day production planning, execution, and logistics. •Oversee budgeting, scheduling, cash flow, tax incentive strategy, cost reporting, production financing, and risk management to ensure productions align with approved business plans. •Negotiate and oversee key production agreements, including below-the-line crew, vendors, locations, and production services, while ensuring appropriate insurance coverage and regulatory compliance. •Ensure productions comply with NBCUniversal production policies, health and safety standards, legal requirements, and industry best practices. •Coordinate cross-functional approvals and communication with Business Affairs, Legal, Finance, Insurance, Marketing, Publicity, Standards, Operations, and other internal stakeholders. •Confirm production companies satisfy all contractual, rights, permitting, release, and production obligations. •Work closely with Production Finance to develop cash flow and payment schedules, monitor production operating budgets, and provide accurate financial forecasting and reporting. •Build and maintain a network of high-performing line producers and key below-the-line talent to support current and future productions. Development & Greenlight •Partner with Creative, Finance, Legal, Business Affairs, and production teams to evaluate production feasibility and develop accurate budgets, schedules, and business plans for pilots and series. •Provide production expertise to support greenlight decisions and identify opportunities for operational efficiencies and cost optimization. Leadership •Provide strategic leadership across all physical production activities, driving operational excellence, consistency, and best practices across the production portfolio. •Lead, mentor, and develop high-performing permanent and freelance production teams while supporting workforce planning and talent development. •Build trusted partnerships across U.S. and international teams, production companies, and creative leadership to ensure seamless execution of global productions. •Serve as a key member of the studio leadership team, providing strategic guidance on production, financial, and commercial matters while fostering a collaborative, solutions-oriented culture. Inclusion •Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion across productions, staffing, and recruitment. •Partner with internal and external organizations to expand diverse talent pipelines and strengthen inclusive production practices. Responsibilities are not limited to the above description and may be modified at any time by the Company. SKILLS / QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Successful candidates should be able to demonstrate: •Extensive and demonstrable international television production experience across complex shows. •Proven ability to operate as a strategic partner within large, multinational studio environments, bringing production acumen. •Highly detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple productions concurrently, assess risks and resourcing needs, and provide clear recommendations. •Agile and solutions-focused, with a track record of responding quickly and pragmatically to urgent issues and stakeholder requests. •Proactive, adaptable, and innovative, with a continuous improvement mindset in evolving production and business environments. •Strong executive-level communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders with clarity and confidence. •High integrity, intellectual curiosity, and resourcefulness, with a willingness to take on new challenges in fast-paced, complex settings. 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 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 [email protected].