LUKE LAMOTHE
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NEW YORK, NY
Experience
OCT 2018 - AUG 2022
NBCUniversal, Englewood Cli s NJ - Manager, On-Air Operations
● Managed 40+ Master Control Operators (MCOs) each responsible for commercial inventory integration for MSNBC, CNBC and NBC Universal domestic networks that are primary revenue streams with millions of subscribers as tracked by Nielsen Ratings
● Ensured the department was fully staffed while working with the scheduling department and accommodating the commitments and conflicts of both full-time and freelance employees
● Contributed to the leadership group that was responsible for initiating the integration of Peacock streaming services, and creating infrastructure for live event programming (training and overseeing software creation)
● Formed personal connections with employees through actively listening and leading with transparency and fairness resulting in a 5% employee turnover rate in 4 years, while creating positions in the department to increase the efficiency and success of supervisors and MCOs JUL 2016 - SEPT 2018
NBCUniversal, Englewood Cli s NJ - On-Air Operations Supervisor
● Guided a team of MCOs to execute live event programming, while ensuring on-air continuity
● Prepared for events by scheduling employees based on skill, and creating commercial “run throughs” to confirm inventory was ready for playout prior to air
● Gave clear direction to operators and supported them in their job function through personal accountability for the broader team and working to instill confidence in colleagues
● Oversaw MSNBC “breaking news” off air coverage and assisted in adjusting playlists for re-air programming JAN 2014 - JUL 2016
Time Warner Cable Sports (TWCS), El Segundo CA - Senior Master Control Operator
● Contributed as a main Control Operator on the launch of TWCS Networks for the Lakers, Dodgers, WNBA LA Sparks and MLS LA Galaxy, in both English and Spanish
● Maintained on-air cohesion through communication with studio and truck directors
● Monitored on-air recovery in the event of “breaking news” by adjusting playlists
● Consulted with on-air production teams to ensure video, audio and graphic technology was properly working Education
AUG 2008 - MAY 2012
Tufts University, Medford MA - Bachelor of Arts
Major in English Literature; Tufts University Football Captain 2011 Skills
Public speaking Planning Interpersonal communication Microsoft Office Television automation systems Delegation Apple software Team work
References
NBCUniversal
Kurt Albinson - Senior Facilities Project Manager
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Spectrum Networks
Mark Coleman - Former Vice President
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Comcast Networks
Brad Fox - Former EVP of A liate Sales & Marketing
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Melmark New England
Sheri Rosenberg - Advancement Manager
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