Broadcast Traffic Manager

About the role

Reporting to the Programming Director, the Broadcast Traffic Manager manages the day-to-day traffic and scheduling operations for NJ PBS’s broadcast and streaming channels. This position is responsible for creating and maintaining accurate programming logs, coordinating program clearances and rights, scheduling promotional and underwriting spots, and ensuring compliance with FCC requirements and established operating procedures. The Traffic Manager works closely with Programming, Revenue, Production, PBS, and Master Control to ensure programming and related content are accurately scheduled and delivered for broadcast.

Department: NJ PBS. Position Type: Administrative.

Responsibilities

• Manage traffic operations, including creating daily programming logs using ProTrack broadcast scheduling software or other software as necessary for all broadcast channels to maintain compliance with FCC rules and regulations.
• Assist in building and maintaining the broadcast and streaming program schedule.
• Coordinate with PBS national programming and other vendors for clearances and scheduling.
• Accurately enter and schedule all promotions and development spots following brand strategies, programming initiatives,