- Broadcast Traffic Manager

Department: Broadcast
Location: Tucson, AZ
Hours: 40+(Full-Time, Exempt)

Job Summary:

Family Life Communications, a leader in Christian ministry for over 40 years, is seeking a self-motivated individual who has a heart for service.  The Broadcast Traffic Manager works with the Director of Programming to create weekly program logs for scheduled programs; assigns material to appropriate time slot. Ensures on-air excellence by effectively scheduling and managing rotations of network music and station campaigns using a computerized scheduling system.

No relocation assistance provided with this position.

Essential Functions:

·          Generates weekly program log/schedule as determined by the Program Director; verifies correctness of programs and issues program schedule changes and/or additions as needed
·          Oversees programming projects from inception to completion; coordinates programs for teaching formatted stations; administers regional breakaway time slots and coordinates network wide drives with CT; oversees programming special music formats (e.g. Christmas in July)
·          Coordinates national and local campaigns; balances campaign rotation to provide on-air excellence; regulates which campaigns have the highest priority; effectively communicates these needs to all departments
·          Coordinates with marketing and/or promotions departments (CCA & CT, respectively) to ensure proper logistics/scheduling for on-air programming
·          Merges RCS Selector and Linker to create one log for on-air staff and Operations to follow each week
·          Effectively communicates to the Operations team weekly assignments and campaigns
·          Prepares reports detailing technical discrepencies; notifies appropriate personnel of system malfunctions
·          Maintains programming logs or other operational procedures as required by the organization and the Federal Communications Commission

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

·          Strong PC skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
·          Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control and operation of broadcast communications systems
·          Demonstrated ability in how to properly ingest programming into a server
·          Knowledge of federal broadcast rules and regulations
·          Knowledge of broadcast traffic operations
·          Troubleshooting, analytical and critical thinking skills
·          Ability to determine causes of operating errors and quickly determine the best next course of action
·          Strong reading comprehension skills with ability to understand information and ideas presented in writing
·          Strong organizational, interpersonal and decision-making skills
·          Strong written and verbal communication skills
 
·          Strong attention to detail
·          Passion for Christian broadcasting

Qualifications and Other Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Education and/or Experience:
·          Associates degree or two (2) years technical training AND two (2) years experience in broadcast traffic operations OR
·          Any equivalent combination of experience, training and/or education approved by FLC’s Human Capital Resource Management Department
·          Two (2) years experience writing and troubleshooting digital audio automation system playlists
·          Two (2) years experience in automation software e.g. BSI Wavestation; Scott’s Studio
·          Two (2) years experience in scheduling software e.g. Music Master; Program Log

 
Preferred Qualifications:
·          Bachelors degree in Broadcasting or related field
·          SBE Certified Broadcast Network Technologist
·          Four (4) years related experience and/or training
·          Four (4) years experience writing and troubleshooting digital audio automation system playlists
·          Experience using DAD automation
·          Experience in GSelector or Selector scheduling software
·          Experience specific to radio and/or Christian broadcasting
 
·          Knowledge of & experience working with Situational Leadership II methodology
·          Knowledge of & experience working with a Six Sigma Quality Assurance methodology

If you would like to use your gifts and talents to serve Christ, please send cover letter and resume to:

Family Life Communications Incorporated
Attn: Human Capital Resource Department
PO Box 35300
Tucson, AZ 85740

Fax Number: 520-469-7314
E-mail: hr@flc.org

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