Programme Scheduler

Qualifications and Experience:

Academic: Degree in Art, Film/Television, Broadcast Journalism or related field.

Professional: Diploma in Technical TV Production such as Scheduling, Audio & Digital Video Editing (are added advantage).

Experience: At least 2 years of working experience in broadcasting.

Core Competencies

• Proven experience in television programming, broadcasting, or a similar role
  

• Ability to troubleshoot any assignment difficulties that come within area of responsibility.
  
• Excellent attention to detail
  
• Excellent understanding of audience engagement and content curation
  
• Familiarity with broadcasting regulations and compliance standards
  
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities
  
• Have proficiency in the English language (can read and write)
  
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
  
• Ability to work long and odd hours in a fast-paced environment
  
• Adaptability to changing trends in linear and digital broadcasting
  

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensures that a Daily transmission schedule (DTS) for Programs/promos/adverts is developed and submitted to transmission section on a daily basis to drive on-air sustenance.
  
• Counter-check the day's compilation with transmission crew to emphasize the details of the DTS.
  
• Ensures that all scheduled programs are previewed and submitted to the transmission section with their relevant ingestion lists on a daily basis.
  
• Coordinate and monitor the day's transmission at all times in a bid to emphasize seamless transmission.
  
• Support in analyzing audience ratings, viewership trends, and feedback to refine scheduling strategies.
  
• Ensure all scheduled content adheres to regulatory guidelines and broadcasting standards.
  
• Liaise with newsroom, marketing and commercial teams to ensure alignment between scheduled programming and promotional campaigns.
  
• Collaborate with the digital team to curate content playlists and promotions.
  
• Communicate schedule changes and updates to all relevant stakeholders.
  
• Ensure accuracy and consistency in metadata, time codes, and program descriptions.
  
• Develop contingency plans for disruptions, such as live broadcast overruns, technical failures, last minute changes and content availability challenges.