Traffic Coordinator Apply
The Traffic Coordinator is responsible for a group of stations, crafting and maintaining program templates and scheduling in WideOrbit for accurate reporting of inventory for sales and for on-air playback!
Job Responsibilities:
Schedule all program changes (network, local, and syndicated) for all stations; Review network schedule and formats for revisions needed to daily log
- Maintain Inventory Codes for all programs and changes to each stations Inventory Trees
- Creation of shared format templates for all programming using Best Practices guidelines for break structure, snipe placement, and promotional placement to ensure quality of on air look and commercial inventory maximization
- Coordinate and schedule syndicated program house numbers with Market Specialist, and paid program house numbers with Market Specialist and local station personnel
- Coordinate and assist Market Specialist and Traffic Operation Management with the resolution of any future displaced spots that require program conflicts or format/schedule changes
- Coordinate distributor generated information (episode scheduling and cue sheet distribution) for all syndicated programming
- Maintain Format Codes used by WideOrbit along with ITX Automation
- Maintain naming convention listing for all syndicated programs
- Reconcile the as-run list to the playlist using communication provided by on-air operators and automation to ensure proper spot billing.
Experience Requirements:
Minimum 3-4 years Television Traffic experience and WideOrbit
Qualification and Skill requirements:
Ability to work under pressure and against deadlines
- Strong working knowledge of MS Office (Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Strong Communications Skills
- Willingness to learn and tackle all tasks assigned
- Great teammate who can work with all levels in the organization
- Initiative and problem-solving skills.
Education:
Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience preferred
CBS News and Stations, brings together the power of CBS News, 28 owned television stations in 17 major U.S. markets, the CBS News Streaming Network, CBS News Streaming local platforms, local websites and cbsnews.com, under one umbrella. CBS News and Stations is home to the nations #1 news program 60 MINUTES, the CBS News Streaming Network, the first 24/7 digital streaming news network, the award-winning broadcasts CBS MORNINGS, CBS SATURDAY MORNING, the CBS EVENING NEWS WITH NORAH ODONNELL, CBS SUNDAY MORNING, CBS WEEKEND EVENING NEWS, 48 HOURS and FACE THE NATION WITH MARGARET BRENNAN. CBS News and Stations provides news and information for the CBS Television Network, CBSNews.com, CBS News Radio and podcasts, Paramount +, all digital platforms, and the CBS News Streaming Network, the premier 24/7 anchored streaming news service that is available free to everyone with access to the internet. The CBS News Streaming Network is the destination for breaking news, live events, original reporting and storytelling, and programs from CBS News and Stations top anchors and correspondents working locally, nationally and around the globe. CBS News streaming services, across national and local, amassed more than 1.01 billion streams in 2021. Launched in November 2014 as CBSN, the CBS News Streaming Network is available on 30 digital platforms and apps, as well as CBSNews.com and Paramount+. The service is available live in 91 countries. CBS News and Stations is dedicated to providing the highest quality journalism under standards it pioneered and continues to set in todays digital age. CBS News earns more prestigious journalism awards than any other broadcast news division.
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Hiring Salary Range: $45,000.00 - 46,500.00.
The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.
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