TV Traffic Coordinator

Company Overview

Estrella Media, Inc. is a leading Spanish-language media company creating video and audio content for multiplatform distribution in the United States and worldwide.  Estrella Media is one of the largest U.S. producers of Spanish-language video content, producing over 4,000 hours annually of news and entertainment programming at its Estrella Studios. It has a library of over 20,000 hours of original entertainment programming.

Estrella Media informs and entertains U.S. Hispanic television audiences on the EstrellaTV national broadcast network, owned and operated stations in leading Hispanic markets, and through free ad-supported streaming platforms airing EstrellaTV. Also, audiences can access Estrella News, the first 24/7 Spanish-language multiplatform news network in the U.S.

Estrella Media is also one of the leading producers of Spanish-language audio programming and events. The company's Don Cheto Radio Network features one of the nation's most popular radio talents. Estrella Media's highly rated radio programming is broadcast on its radio stations in the top U.S. Hispanic markets and streamed on digital media platforms. Estrella also produces large-scale music festivals, concerts, and special events throughout the U.S.

TV Traffic Coordinator

Position Summary:

The Traffic Coordinator is responsible for providing traffic support to the Estrella TV traffic department in different markets, as well as interacting and supporting the sales team, news, Advertising & Promotions, and the programming department.

Responsibilities:

• Daily interface with broadcast hub to ensure proper assignment of broadcast schedule - Missing Material Reports, Day of Air changes, and Broadcast Process & Defect resolution
  •  Assist in order entry (new orders/revisions) of commercial contracts and material in OSI/WO Traffic System
  • Assign Copy to all Stations)
  • Assist in maintaining accurate local program schedule & formatting in OSI/WideOrbit
  • Assist in maintaining commercial inventory up-to-date for 2 weeks
  • Coordinate commercial copy for Paid Programming with sales management, advertisers & agencies
  • Coordinate commercial copy for national sales with sales management, advertisers & agencies
  • Ensure integrity of daily broadcast log & automation playlist for Broadcast program log
  • Assist in maintenance of reconciliation on daily basis
• Assist in paid programming grids
  • Assist in maintaining contract and broadcast files
  • Assist in maintaining digital tape library
  • Cross train for backup of other areas of traffic and continuity
  • Back-up Traffic Manager and team for daily traffic instructions
  • Communicate with various departments in a professional mannerRequirements:• TV broadcast traffic and/or agency (2) years’ experience
  • WideOrbit/OSI experience
  • Strict attention to details and accuracy
  • Ability to meet and work in tight deadlines
  • Be self-motivated, creative, with the ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment
  • College Degree in related field preferred, but not necessary
  • Bilingual-Spanish and English, a plus
  • Must possess exceptional communication skills
  • Ability to execute tasks with high degree of accuracy under tight time constraints and highly organized with great attention to detail
  • Work well as a team, independently and other departments, staff, advertisers and agencies
  • Excellent computer skills (must be proficient in using Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint); adept at maintaining databases and documents.

  Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be willing to work in Houston TX. [no relocations]
• Must be willing to work long hours, holidays and weekends on short notice.
• Must be willing to undergo a pre-employment background investigation.
• Must have legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Must possess valid CA Driver’s license and a good driving record.
• Must be 18 years or older.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Estrella Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer.