Broadcast Traffic Manager

Fort Myers Broadcasting Co • Fort Myers, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Broadcast Traffic Manager is responsible for the accurate scheduling, coordination, and execution of commercial inventory across both radio and television stations. This role ensures advertising spots, programming elements, and daily logs are completed accurately, delivered on time, and maintained in compliance with FCC regulations and company policies. The Broadcast Traffic Manager also leads and manages a team of six traffic staff members, while partnering closely with Sales, Programming, Production, and Finance to maximize revenue, maintain inventory integrity, and support smooth daily station operations.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of broadcast traffic experience in radio, television, or both
• Strong working knowledge of traffic systems such as WideOrbit or similar platforms
• Understanding of broadcast logs, spot rotations, inventory management, and placement strategy
• Familiarity with FCC regulations and political advertising rules
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Strong leadership and team management abilities
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Analytical skills related to inventory management and revenue optimization

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Broadcasting, Business, or a related field
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience

Responsibilities

• Create, manage, and finalize daily commercial logs for both radio and television stations
• Supervise, train, and support a team of six traffic staff, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and adherence to deadlines
• Enter and maintain advertising orders accurately according to contracts and campaign requirements
• Maximize inventory utilization while upholding separation rules, advertiser restrictions, and scheduling guidelines
• Partner with Sales to resolve copy issues, makegoods, order revisions, and schedule changes
• Coordinate with Production to confirm commercials are received, approved, and ready for air
• Reconcile logs daily and correct discrepancies in a timely manner
• Ensure compliance with FCC regulations, political advertising requirements, and company policies
• Monitor spot delivery and arrange makegoods when needed
• Generate and review reports related to inventory, revenue, pacing, and performance
• Serve as a liaison across departments to resolve traffic and scheduling conflicts
• Oversee traffic systems, such as WideOrbit, and maintain system accuracy and data integrity

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision, and HSA (effective 1st of the month after 30 days; subject to plan terms)
• Company-paid life insurance and EAP; voluntary short-term disability
• PTO (accrual-based) and company-paid holidays
• 401(k)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level