WTTW (Chicago PBS) is seeking a Traffic Coordinator. The Coordinator will be responsible for working with the broadcast team to create on-air playlists for all WTTW channels.  

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

·         Complete broadcast logs with interstitial and secondary events for 11.1, 11.2 & 11.4 on a rotating basis with broadcasting team.

·         Communicate with Hub master control in to resolve issues and make log changes.

·         Monitor media alerts.

·         Enter promos and interstitials into ProTrack.

·         Generate departmental reports on an as-needed basis.

·         Monitor on-air breaks & screen programming.

·         Deal with last-minute changes and on-air issues, occasionally from home on nights and weekends.

·         Other duties as assigned.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

·         Great communication and problem-solving skills

·         Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy and organization

·         Adaptable to change and new technologies

·         Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

·         Ability to prioritize duties and projects to use time effectively

·         Initiative to find ways to improve process/create efficiencies for best on-air practices

·         Ability to multitask, delegate and communicate

EXPERIENCE:

·         Some Broadcast Traffic experience preferred

·         Myers Pro-Track proficiency is a plus

 EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree      

ESTIMATED SALARY RANGE: starting at $41,600 - $46,000/annual

WTTW and WFMT are committed to providing comprehensive and affordable benefits. These benefits are available to eligible employees.

Window to the World Communications, Inc., the parent organization of WTTW and WFMT, is an Equal Opportunity Employer.