Traffic Assistant - WFOX TV

Cox Media Group • Jacksonville, FL

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Traffic Assistant at WFOX TV in Jacksonville is responsible for entering accurate traffic instructions and materials and maintaining daily log placements in the WideOrbit Traffic system to maximize inventory and revenue. The role also includes performing the administrative duties described in the posting. The successful candidate is organized, detail-oriented, able to exercise good judgment, and capable of managing competing priorities in a deadline-driven environment. The position requires strong oral and written communication, independent work in a hybrid environment, and collaboration across departments to meet business objectives.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• At least 1 year of WideOrbit experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and MS Teams.
• Ability to produce accurate and timely information by transcribing, formatting, inputting, editing, retrieving, copying, and transmitting text, data, and graphics.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Creative problem-solving ability.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Media, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of broadcast traffic experience.
• Bilingual English/Spanish skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Generate daily missing-material and instruction reports covering multiple days.
• Follow up with agencies, clients, and sales representatives regarding missing materials and instructions.
• Enter accurate traffic instructions and spots.
• Prepare and maintain daily logs through detailed log placement and frontloading to maximize inventory and revenue.
• Adopt standardization procedures and other initiatives.
• Collaborate with sales, creative, client contacts, and agencies.
• Perform other assigned traffic- or continuity-related duties, including providing backup for other traffic personnel.
• Plan, prioritize, and organize work in a fast-paced, changing environment.

What This Job Offers

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