Programme Schedulers

Load contracts, liaise with Distributors and Producers for any programme/contract discrepancies, Obtain all the required information for Publicity and Library, such as synopses, year of production, cast, running order, publicity kits, etc. Implement the schedule as per directive from International Acquisitions Department

Have the ability to work across all channels

Check contracts for license periods, number of runs and duration

Create programme versions, short titles and formats

Create plans and schedule titles in accordance with the channels requirements

Submit excel schedule for rate cards and liaise with the Commercial Time Sales Department regarding break formats and final rate card

Submit final programme schedule in public folders and ensure they are constantly up to date across all months

Compile reports to be distributed to the manager and relevant departments

Present to the Commercial Time Sales Department and relevant departments for final schedule; highlighting new series and programmes

Apply programme changes to the schedule and advise relevant departments, external producers and necessary companies of changes

Liaise with the Presentation, Media Library and Transfers departments on any weekly and daily discrepancies to the schedule Create and communicate changes in running order of programmes to Publicity and Creative Services

Respond to ad-hoc enquiries

Inventory exercises; monitor series start and end dates, checking outstanding licensing issues and untransferred material

Compile monthly EPG, adhere to all requirements

Communicate all programme changes for the EPG when required

Requirements:

Matric or tertiary qualification

Experience in scheduling an advantage. Basic understanding of broadcasting

Computer literacy (MS-environment)

High level of accuracy

Meticulous attention to detail

Ability to work with figures and calculations

Ability to manage time and meet crucial deadlines

Ability to interpret contractual agreements

Ability to work effectively under pressure in a team environment

Must be organized

Ability to work for long periods under intense concentration

Analytical/quick thinker

Stable track record required

Note:

This is a contract position only

Training will be provided.

The applicants must be from Cape Town and surrounding areas

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