WWLP, NBC, Springfield, MA has an opening for a full-time Traffic Assistant for centralized multi-station environment. Applicants should be detail-oriented and organized and have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include a variety of tasks including coordination of programming schedules and assistance in inventory management. Candidate will work closely with sales department and other station personnel.
Specialized knowledge/skills/abilities:
• Responsible for developing procedures for smooth interdepartmental workflow between traffic, sales, master
• control, accounting and production departments
• Manage station inventory and oversell to maximize revenue
• Ensure programming changes are implemented swiftly to supply sales with accurate avail counts
• Ad-hoc report creation for various users including General Manager, Sales Management and Finance
• Primary liaison for Digital Sales trafficking
• Key resource for training local station Sales staff and sister station Traffic Liaisons
Desired Qualifications:
Solid multi-level communication skills with outstanding diplomacy. Original thinker who routinely identifies opportunities and produces innovative.
Experience Required:
Strong computer skills, data entry and familiarity with Windows required. Prior experience helpful, but not required. Training on traffic software will be provided.
