Traffic Coordinator - WSOC TV

Cox Media Group•Charlotte, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for an experienced Traffic Coordinator or an outgoing self-starter to work in our Traffic department at WSOC-TV. This candidate can work effectively with all the departments at our television station and be flexible in an ever-changing environment. The ideal candidate has great attention to detail, knows how to build successful relationships, can take direction as well as work independently.

Requirements

Associate’s Degree or work equivalent
Must be detail oriented with excellent organizational skills
Must be able to work well under pressure and multi-task, able to prioritize responsibilities in order to meet daily deadlines
Strong problem solving skills
Ability to successfully manage large volume of daily emails
Excellent computer skills – full command of Microsoft Office
Excellent communication skills, in person, on phone and written
Ability to work well with all levels of the organization

Nice To Haves

2-4 years previous TV or Radio Traffic Experience
At least 1 year Wide Orbit experience
Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or University

Responsibilities

Able to manage M-F logs, clearing displaced spots using the stations parameters on rate, priorities and client flight dates
Responsible for separating competing advertisers and products for a professional on-air look.
Generate daily “missing material” report for multiple days, process commercial instructions for local and national accounts, maintain copy files for active and inactive commercial instructions
Able to monitor both local and Network program grids to ensure program schedules are up to date, understand promotional requirements and the ability to read program formats
Communicate directly with the Account Executives concerning the clearance and parameters of each advertiser.
Distribute the broadcast logs/files to Master Control and appropriate department in the building.
Provide daily traffic dub lists to Master Control
Communicate directly with Master Control on any “same day” changes
Able to provide vacation relief to other Traffic Team members, experience preferred but will provide training.
Attend weekly Sales meetings