Director, Applied AI Innovation & Business Adoption

USD 150000 - USD 200000 - yearly Company Description NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information. Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

The Director, Applied AI Innovation & Business Adoption will drive the practical application, adoption, and measurable business impact of AI capabilities across NBCUniversal News Group. This is a senior individual contributor role for a hands-on AI practitioner who combines deep knowledge of modern AI tools with strong business acumen and stakeholder engagement skills, that requires the ability to influence without direct authority. Operating at the intersection of AI innovation, enablement, and business transformation, this individual will help News Group teams identify high-value use cases, apply approved AI solutions to real workflows, and accelerate responsible adoption across the organization. The ideal candidate is AI-native, highly proactive, and comfortable translating emerging technologies into practical business outcomes. Success will be measured through adoption, productivity gains, workflow improvements, quality enhancements, cost avoidance, and other measurable business results. Applied AI Innovation Drive AI adoption and innovation efforts across News Group functions, including editorial, product, technology, commercial, production, and operations. Partner with stakeholders to understand workflows, identify opportunities, and apply AI to improve efficiency, quality, creativity, and business outcomes. Lead AI engagement initiatives, including workshops, demos, office hours, use-case discovery, pilots, and communications. Serve as a trusted advisor, helping News Group teams move from AI exploration to meaningful adoption. Hands-On AI Solutioning Apply approved AI tools directly to business use cases, developing workflows, prompts, prototypes, demonstrations, and practical recommendations. Translate business challenges into scalable AI-enabled solutions. Identify reusable workflows and common use cases that can be expanded across the organization. Evaluate and recommend the best AI capabilities for specific business needs. AI Strategy & Market Awareness Monitor emerging AI technologies, product releases, and vendor roadmaps. Assess new capabilities and translate developments into actionable guidance for stakeholders. Maintain strong relationships with AI vendors and internal partners to identify opportunities for experimentation and adoption. Stakeholder Engagement Build credibility with leaders and practitioners