Traffic Coordinator

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox TV Stations

FOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas or DMAs and duopolies in 11 DMAs including the three largest DMAs (New York Los Angeles and Chicago). Of these stations 18 are affiliated with the FOX Network. In addition to distributing sports entertainment and syndicated content our television stations collectively produce approximately 1200 hours of local news every week. These stations leverage viewer distributor and advertiser demand for the FOX Networks national content.

JOB DESCRIPTION

WTTG/WDCA Traffic Coordinator (Regular Full-Time)

Are you looking to build your career with a highly successful well-known media company Look no further! FOX 5 DC / FOX 5 Plus is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Traffic Coordinator to join our dynamic team. As part of Fox Corporation and Fox Television Stations we are renowned for delivering the most hours of original programming in the DC Maryland and Virginia local television market. Our newsroom provides comprehensive coverage of local and national news stories across multiple platforms such as broadcast digital and web. At FOX 5 DC we foster an independent work community where teamwork ideas and input are critical. Join us and learn from a team of accomplished media professionals.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Create and manipulate daily logs to ensure accurate placement of commercial spots.

• Manage commercial inventory to maximize revenue opportunities.

• Collaborate with multiple departments to ensure all log elements are accurate and complete.

• Verify that logs conform to FCC regulations and standards.

• Consistently report available commercial time to the Sales team.

• Ensure the accurate placement of advertiser commercials on station logs including downloading coordinating and scheduling local commercial materials for advertisers both in advance and on the day of airtime.

• Research and resolve discrepancies as needed.

• Provide backup support to other employees in the traffic department.

• Conduct monthly edits of the commercial roster to ensure relevant and required commercials are available for airing.

• Utilize Wide Orbit software to perform essential job functions efficiently.

What Youre Bringing:

• Education & Experience: High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree preferred. Prior broadcast traffic experience on the Wide Orbit traffic system preferred.

• Organizational Excellence: Excellent attention to detail strong organizational skills and a high level of accuracy.

• Interpersonal Skills & Professionalism: Communicate professionally with advertising agencies and station personnel across various departments.

• Teamwork: Ability to work independently and as part of a cohesive team. Cross training is essential for this role to ensure seamless operations and support within the traffic department. The ideal candidate will be proactive adaptable and committed to maintaining high standards in all aspects of their work.

• Availability: Flexibility to work varied hours and overtime as needed. FOX 5 DC / FOX 5 Plus is a 24/7 operation.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Package: Excellent health benefits paid time off and professional development opportunities. 401k with company match.

• Lifestyle Perks: Access to onsite fitness center vibrant local dining and shopping options.

If you are passionate about the broadcast industry and have the skills and experience to excel in this role we encourage you to apply.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin gender identity disability protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements the pay rate/range for this role with final offer amount dependent on education skills experience and location is $26.50-26.80 per hour. This role is also eligible for various benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance a 401(k) plan paid time off and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

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