Presentation Scheduler (1 year FTC, parental leave cover)

Job ID 10102794 Location Helsinki, Finland Business The Walt Disney Company (EMEA) Date posted Oct. 24, 2024

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Job Summary:

About the Role & Team

Join Our Team as a Presentation Scheduler for STAR and National Geographic!

Are you ready to take on a multifaceted role that brings our TV channels to life?

As our Presentation Scheduler for STAR and National Geographic reporting to our Manager FTA Program & Presentation, you'll be responsible for our daily transmission playlists for FTA channels in Finland run efficiently and meet our high standards. You’ll create monthly promo campaign plans according to agreed monthly highlights. You will also be responsible for creating monthly breaks for FTA channels according to demand of ad space capacity asked from 3rd parties.

If you're passionate about TV, love a fast-paced environment, and thrive in a role where every detail matters, we want to hear from you!

This role will require you to be onsite 4 days a week. This role is a parental leave cover for approximately 12 months with target start date in mid-January.

What You Will Do

Complete and deliver daily transmission playlists compliant to local broadcast law and according to agreed commercial and promotional strategies for our FTA channels.
Improve viewer retention through careful management of channel architecture, application of break patterns and management of brands and on-air promo campaigns. Ensure the commercial availability meets the agreed levels for each hour of the day.
Scheduling short form elements; including on-air promotions campaigns, presentation and continuity elements and secondary events according to predefined strategies and guidelines. Check that programme information is as planned and managing the timing of the playlists so the start times fall within agreed policies.
Deliver make-list and participate promo strategy process with Creative team. Responsible for tracking TRP delivery for promos on the channel and report to relevant partners.
Ensure all physical media is available for broadcast. Effectively manage late programme delivery, promotional changes and other unexpected events related to the playlists.
Work closely with Manager for STAR and Schedule Coordinator for National Geographic as well as Director TV Networks to ensure we have the best possible viewer experience on the channel. Flag any issues or challenges to Director TV Networks.
Be backup for other Presentation Schedulers in periods of holiday, illness or busy times
Be a proactive member of the FTA scheduling team to ensure we have the best possible viewer experience and commercial attractiveness for our channels. Participate and contribute in pan-Nordic programming task groups.

Required Qualifications & Skills

Strong attention to detail and high degree of accuracy.
Self-going and able to track and manage a wide variety of tasks in a multifaceted work environment, being proactive and able to prioritize. Excellent organization and planning skills.
Passion for TV and well-developed awareness of on-air presentation and promotional strategies. Ownership and initiative and pro-active approach to problem solving.
A positive personal attitude and the ability and willingness to be a phenomenal teammate.
Proficient skills in Finnish and English language, both verbal and written
Experience in working with different IT systems simultaneously and navigating in them
Good excel skills
Confident in collaborating with internal team members (such as our Nordic Programming team, Nordic Commercial team, Creative team, Marketing team, Traffic/Operations team) as well as external partners (Ad sales partners, Playout)

Preferred Qualifications

Initial work experience from broadcast media or media agency

The Walt Disney Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to be a diverse workforce that is representative of our audiences, and where all can thrive and belong. Disney is committed to forming a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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About The Walt Disney Company (EMEA):

Disney EMEA aims to drive growth, innovation and brand affinity across an extremely diverse collection of countries with a team of over 6,000 employees operating in 59 markets with offices in 29 countries.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with TWDC Nordic AB, filial i Finland, which is part of a business we call The Walt Disney Company (EMEA).

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