Coordinator, Programming Operations

A+E Networks•New York, NY

4d•$29 - $33•Hybrid

About The Position

A+E Global Media is in the storytelling business, seeking new ways to bring stories to consumers. The Coordinator, Programming Operations works as part of the A&E, History, and Lifetime Scheduling, Acquisition and Strategy team, combining operational and administrative responsibilities. This role supports the Director of Programming Operations in optimizing programming processes and refining program metadata accuracy. It also involves coordinating cross-functional communications and providing administrative support to the EVP department head, including calendar management, meeting coordination, travel arrangements, and expense reporting. Maintaining program schedules is also a key function. A significant part of the role is managing the day-to-day operations of the Networks’ greenlight process, acting as a central point of coordination for Programming, Production, Research, Finance, Marketing, Legal, and senior leadership teams. This highly visible role facilitates material distribution, tracks project milestones and approvals, and ensures stakeholder alignment. The position offers significant exposure to executive leadership and insight into content strategy, programming decisions, and the development lifecycle of original programming.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in communications, film, television or related field
Strong computer skills, proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Comfortable working independently with large datasets and complex operational systems
Excellent attention to detail
Strong communication & organizational skills
Ability to multitask and adapt quickly
Knowledge and interest in the television programming and the pop culture competitive landscape

Nice To Haves

Strong interest in data analysis and applying data-based solutions

Responsibilities

Facilitate the monthly greenlight process for A&E, History, Lifetime, LMN and FYI, including assembling and distributing key documents for monthly and bi-weekly decks, and coordinating creative and financial details with internal departments.
Manage the lifecycle of content in collaboration with the Director of Programming Operations, ensuring accurate and consistent metadata from inception through program launch across global linear and digital platforms.
Support the EVP Department Head with calendar management, scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and processing expenses.
Perform program scheduling duties as needed, including entering linear schedules into internal software, creating air schedules, revisions, formats, and piece number creation.
Undertake ad-hoc projects such as building presentations.
Build and improve processes to leverage technology and AI for key departmental workflows.
Contribute to new programming strategies on linear and non-linear platforms.