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NBC Universal, Inc. is a media and entertainment company formed in May 2004 by the combination of General Electric's NBC with Vivendi Universal Entertainment part of the French Media Group, Vivendi Universal (now Vivendi) without Canal+ Group (who had been integrated initially). GE owns 80% of NBC Universal with the remaining 20% owned by Vivendi SA. The company develops, produces, and markets entertainment, news, and information to a global customer base.

NBC Universal owns and operates a United States television network, numerous cable networks, a group of local stations throughout the country, motion picture companies, a number of television production companies, and multiple theme parks. Universal Music Group was not included in the 2004 deal and is not part of NBC Universal.

Jeff Zucker was named president and CEO of NBC Universal on February 6, 2007, replacing Bob Wright, who remains chairman of NBC Universal and vice chairman of General Electric. Zucker previously served as chief executive of the company's television operations. The logo of NBC Universal is a combination of the NBC peacock logo and the Universal Studios globe and text.

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New Hires and Recent Promotions at NBC Universal

  • Brian Buchwald, Executive Vice President

    was Senior Vice President - last month

  • Cal Baxter, Sports Content Producer

    was Freelance Sports Editor/Photographer - 3 months ago

  • Zach Christman, Content Producer

    was Managing Editor, NBCChicago.com - 4 months ago

  • Leigh Doyle, Director, Sales Planning

    was Sales Planning Manager - this month

  • Eddy Ordonez, Co-web producer for The Jay Leno Show

    was Web Producer Emerging Networks - 5 months ago

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Jobs at NBC Universal

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Project Manager Greater New York City Area

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