Media Traffic Associate

Western New York Public Broadcasting Association • Buffalo, NY

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

Buffalo Toronto Public Media is your local source for television and radio - BTPM PBS, BTPM PBS KIDS, BTPM Create, BTPM NPR, BTPM Classical, and BTPM The Bridge! We reach Western New York and Southern Ontario and can be streamed from your favorite device. Engaging our communities through exploration and entertainment-everywhere. We're looking for a Broadcast Traffic Associate! The Traffic Associate provides administrative, scheduling, and data entry support for digital insertions, underwriting, and promotional announcements across all Buffalo Toronto Public Media platforms. This role assists with the accurate execution of traffic logs, digital sponsorship placements, contract fulfillment, and reporting activities while ensuring deadlines and broadcast standards are met. This position can be hybrid - a blend of remote and in-office work.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of one (1) year of administrative support, scheduling, data-entry, media operations, or related experience preferred
• Willingness to learn and apply FCC regulations and best practices
• Deadline-oriented; organized and able to meet deadlines and prioritize tasks with attention to detail and accuracy
• Demonstrated proficiency with computer programs including Microsoft Office
• Authorized to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or studies in media, broadcasting, or related field preferred
• Familiarity in broadcast traffic operations and software a plus

Responsibilities

• Schedule digital sponsor interstitials on all platforms as required (including outdoor pedestal, triton and web)
• Verify the performance of interstitials
• Assist with maintaining accurate sponsorship and scheduling records within traffic systems
• Perform routine quality-control reviews of digital sponsorship placements and fulfillment
• Generate routine reports and documentation as assigned
• Maintain accurate digital and broadcast traffic records
• Act as the backup person for all broadcast logs, both audio and video

Benefits

• Sick time (accrued)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement Plan with 7.5% employer match (based on eligibility)
• Free parking

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED