Traffic Coordinator - WSOC TV

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.

• 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

• 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

• 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