WATE-TV
DESCRIPTION
Nexstar Media Group Inc. is the largest TV station operator in the country. With the reach of 171 television stations in 100 markets addressing nearly 38.7% of US television households, and a diversified, growing digital media operation. Nexstar Media Group Inc. is the parent company of Nexstar Broadcasting Group, Inc. & Nexstar Digital LLC. Learn more at http://www.nexstar.tv.
EEO Statement:
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
Position Summary
The Traffic Coordinator tracks and prepares logs for scheduled programming and advertisements.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Prepares daily program log by obtaining information such as source, location and length of program
- Calculates exact length of programs and time slots available for promotional material
- Assigns promotional material to be inserted between programs
- Creates and issues computerized program schedule for the station
- Maintains program logging and other operational procedures
- Coordinates with other departments to solve logistical problems in coordination of on-air promotions for station programming
- Performs clerical functions as needed
- Performs other duties as assigned
Requirements & Skills:
- High School diploma
- Fluency in English
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
- Minimum one year’s experience in clerical support or administrative assistance
- Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
Physical Demands & Work Environment:
The Traffic Coordinator must be able to sit, reach, conduct telephone conversations, use electronic mail, write letters and memos, conduct face-to-face discussions with individuals or groups, make decisions without supervision, make decisions that impact the results of co-workers, and work indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. The Traffic Coordinator must be able to lift, set up and operate equipment or items weighing up to 25 pounds. In addition, the Traffic Coordinator must be able to handle, control or feel objects, tools or controls.
JOB EXPERIENCE
- Prepares daily program log by obtaining information such as source, location and length of program
- Calculates exact length of programs and time slots available for promotional material
- Assigns promotional material to be inserted between programs
- Creates and issues computerized program schedule for the station
- Maintains program logging and other operational procedures
- Coordinates with other departments to solve logistical problems in coordination of on-air promotions for station programming
- Performs clerical functions as needed
- Performs other duties as assigned
REQUIREMENTS
- High School diploma
- Fluency in English
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
- Minimum one year’s experience in clerical support or administrative assistance
- Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
ADDITIONAL INFO
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
CONTACT DETAILS
Apply online at: https://broadcastcareers-nexstar.icims.com