John Robert Mcneil Iv Email & Phone Number

Philadelphia, Pa, Us

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

New York City Metropolitan Area/Hybrid

As the Operations and Production VP, I serve as a strategic leader with a comprehensive focus on media and technology stewardship. I oversee executive-level planning, strategy, and workflows across various organizational departments including Production, Legal, Finance, IT, Marketing, Operations, Programming, and Digital. My responsibilities include managing project management, budget planning, RFPs, and negotiations for remote and studio projects. I excel in integrating cross-functional platforms, orchestrating live events, and enhancing day-to-day operational efficiency through technological advancements. I am adept at managing teams, projects, products, resources, and technical workflows, and am committed to implementing streamlined methodologies that optimize operational effectiveness. Additionally, I drive the research, development, review, and deployment of cutting-edge workflow systems, contributing to the advancement of emerging technologies. I specialize in identifying and bridging workflow gaps between broadcast production, operations, post-production, and IT. Balancing daily broadcast operations with strategic planning and execution, I develop production technology strategies, process methodologies, and collaborate closely with cross-functional leaders and partners to drive organizational success.

New York City Metropolitan Area

Led a technical operations team to successfully manage and execute expedited production projects, including major IT and Broadcast technology rollouts. Key responsibilities included securing stakeholder buy-in, providing engineering leadership, fostering innovation, and cultivating extensive vendor relationships. Demonstrated ability to rapidly enhance departmental processes, optimize operational efficiency, and coordinate large-scale company initiatives spanning multiple geographic locations.Supported the development and collaboration efforts across MediaMonks teams, offering cross-platform support and engagement. Established and maintained robust relationships with critical internal and external stakeholders and partners.Maintained and refined processes for product and project planning, risk management strategy, project prioritization, road-mapping, and future capacity planning. Led and facilitated interactions among team members and external partners through structured meetings with defined agendas, guided conversations, and comprehensive post-meeting documentation.Established and managed a centralized repository for all project documentation, encompassing milestones, action items, meeting notes, key decisions, reference materials, risks and issues, and project deliverables.Drove and monitored a comprehensive product and project work plan to ensure timely delivery within budgetary constraints and contractual obligations. Led regularly scheduled project ceremonies according to established MediaMonks methodologies.Effectively managed, identified, and communicated risks and issues in alignment with MediaMonks' prescribed methodologies and tools, ensuring proactive resolution and mitigation.

United States

Operations Director (Live Broadcast and Technical Engineering) at MediaMonks, known for strategic leadership in media-related endeavors. Expertise includes integrating cross-functional platforms, managing live events, and optimizing day-to-day operations through advanced technology. Proven track record in project, product, and workflow management, with a focus on introducing innovative systems, workflows, and methodologies aimed at driving revenue growth. Lead initiatives in researching, developing, and deploying cutting-edge workflow systems to pioneer advancements in emerging technologies. Dedicated to identifying and bridging workflow gaps between broadcast production, operations, post-production, and IT for enhanced efficiency and innovation.

Greater Philadelphia Area

I managed the complete life cycle of highly complex technical projects, including approval, planning, execution, and closeout to ensure planned results are achieved on time and within budget. Define project objectives to ensure progress of defined project plan, as well as tracking critical project achievements. Provide research and assistance to senior leadership in the development, design and implementation of new projects. Manage all assigned projects to completion ensuring on-time delivery, meeting of budgetary demands, and maintaining overall project ownership. Maintained communication with project stakeholders. Facilitate and lead high level project meetings. Risk management and contingency planning. Develop budgets, timelines, and predictive project plan milestones. Coordinate and managed activities of cross-functional team members. Provide expert use of formal processes and tools to manage project resources, budgets, risks, and changes. Recommend new process and tools to achieve advanced project management. Manage project status in the form of formal briefings and project update meetings, along with written, electronic, and graphic status reports. Develop, maintain, and manage simultaneous detailed project plans and action items. Define major milestone timelines for all assigned projects.

Orlando, Florida Area

Coordinated resources encompassing staff scheduling, project timelines, vendor interactions, and high-level engineering efforts. Researched, reviewed, and procured broadcast technical equipment and IT systems to ensure optimal operational efficiency.Participated in NBCU's standard of excellence engineering process, contributing to project and initiative conceptualization, first-level design, and final review stages.Led project requirement gathering, managing resources, scheduling staff, and coordinating project timelines. Collaborated closely with vendors and conducted extensive research to secure broadcast technical equipment and IT systems.Monitored and documented project scope while tracking and communicating workflow changes. Facilitated cross-functional status meetings with internal NBCU partners to ensure alignment and progress.Performed broadcast IT video and audio installations, specializing in both IP and Baseband technologies. Conducted post-design integration troubleshooting to optimize system performance.Introduced new systems, integrations, and technical upgrades, and implemented methodologies to ensure compliance and enhance best practices within the NBC Universal ecosystem. Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and achieve organizational goals.

Orlando, Florida Area

I designed, implemented, and managed broadcast engineering projects spanning emerging technologies, systems, and services.Notable achievements include:-Researched, reviewed, and procured technical equipment, determined and delivered functional solutions for a wide-array of engineering obstacles, and executed system and workflow integrations.-Managed campus-wide, company integration projects across key teams, including network operations, business development, finance, marketing, and digital media.-Led team in the management, maintenance, and disposal of the Engineering department’s hardware assets and championed strict adherence to NBC-mandated protocol.-Provided “On-air Critical” technical support and troubleshooting within a live television environment.

Greater Philadelphia Area

I engaged clients and provided technical advisement and support to multiple top-tier broadcasting companies including ABC News and Operations, CN8-Comcast Network, CBS News, Fox, and PBS-12 Philadelphia.Notable achievements include:-Managed numerous projects, including equipment installs and configurations, satellite uplink/downlink, technical design and builds, and general broadcast engineering operations acting as a live studio/field engineer, camera and audio operator, and editor.-Consulted on a technical capacity in multiple remote, live events, including live concerts, comedy, sporting and political events.

Greater Philadelphia Area

I collaborated with on-air, broadcast, and in-house administrative staff as a media/IT/broadcast generalist to manage technical aspects for broadcast operations of the studio and corporate office environments.Notable achievements include:-Procured, installed, and maintained hardware and software, prepared for and managed elements of analog-to-digital conversions, and ensured the efficient use of resources while deploying in-house capabilities and outsourced services.-Designed and configured systems and evaluated and installed equipment builds, wiring, and rack configuration.-Recorded/digitalized raw media assets and playback within file-based server systems and monitored and measured analog and digital audio and video signals.-Executed engineering of live events, including remote satellite truck operation, equipment maintenance, and feed room operation.

Greater Philadelphia Area

Notable achievements include: -Managed the day-to-day studio operation during live network news broadcasts and post-production sessions for the station.-Served as the direct liaison between the technical production staff, network management, and in-house/corporate partner talent.-Delivered broadcast-quality product on time and within budget by coordinating studio/robotic cameras, audio, lighting, wiring, video servers, and graphics installation and operation.-Acted as Master Control Operator, Feeds Coordinator, Stage Manager, Tape Operator, and lighting and audio technician.-Maintained and reviewed the daily and weekly “On-air” log in accordance with the FCC regulations.-Conducted ABC Network-defined quality control via station microwave feed playback and recording.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Political Science And Government

Activities and Societies: Member : National Political Science Honor Society

Masters-Level Course Work, Film/Video And Photographic Arts

Masters-level Course Work – Film Media Arts (FMA)