Presentation Scheduler

Role Profile
JOB TITLE
Presentation Scheduler
JOB SUMMARY
The The scheduler role is responsible for planning and executing accurate and creative schedules for transmission.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
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To prepare the schedule for billings and press, taking into account bill times, commercial compliance and promotional
minutage.
To continually edit and review the schedule up to transmission.
To view and log programmes taking into account transitions, commercial compliance and editorial judgements.
Attending relevant meetings to prepare the schedule for the operational week.
To liaise with continuity announcers and production companies.
To work alongside Media Planning and Continuity to ensure the channel’s presentation items are effectively and
efficiently scheduled in keeping with the on air strategy.
To oversee key projects or events, such as live football or music, when they fall in the operational week.
To provide cover for other department members in some areas, including on call cover during holidays.
ROLE-SPECIFIC SKILLS/ATTRIBUTES
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Minimum of 1 year scheduling experience
Sound knowledge of Media Machine or other Scheduling systems
A good knowledge of OFCOM regulations and audience research
Experience of working with different aspect ratios, transitions and commercial compliance
Good PC skills including Microsoft packages
The ability to find creative and diplomatic solutions and work with other departments to achieve this
Excellent communication skills and the ability to deal with all levels of the company and external suppliers
The ability to work to deadlines and remain calm under pressure
Be prepared to take on additional responsibility when required
Proven planning and organisation skills
Work as part of a team
Core Competencies:
Interpersonal Skills
 Communicates and Listens
 Builds Relationships
 Influences and Negotiates
Personal Effectiveness
 Takes Initiative
 Manages the Work
 Composure and Flexibility
 Acts with Integrity
Values
 Creative Excellence
 Integrity
 Passion & Optimism
Thinking and Problem Solving
 Develops creative products and solutions
 Judgment and analysis
 Thinks strategically
Management and Leadership
 Communicates effectively with employees
 Creates a positive and inclusive working
environment
 Defines, directs and delegates work
 Develops people through feedback and coaching
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Teamwork & Transparency
Citizenship
Flawless Executive
Innovation
Accountability
HOW TO APPLY
Please forward an up to date CV and cover letter to recruitment@channel5.com by 24 April 2015
This job description is a guide to the work you will be initially required to undertake. It may be changed from time to time to meet changing circumstances. It does
not form part of your contract of employment and as your experience grows you will be expected to broaden your tasks, suggest improvements, solve problems and
enhance the effectiveness of the role. THIS FORM SUMMARISES THE MAIN ASPECTS OF THE JOB BUT DOES NOT COVER ALL THE DUTIES THAT THE JOB HOLDER MAY
HAVE TO PERFORM.