Traffic Coordinator

Job Description

#WeAreParamount on a mission to unleash the power of content… you in?
We've got the brands, we've got the stars, we've got the power to achieve our mission to entertain the planet – now all we're missing is… YOU! Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, we co-create moments that matter – both for our audiences and our employees – and aim to leave a positive mark on culture.
The Traffic Coordinator plays a key role in supporting the day-to-day execution of commercial scheduling and log management for multiple syndicated television programs. This role ensures accuracy, timely delivery, and clear communication between agencies, tape houses, and internal teams. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and thrives in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.

Key Responsibilities
• Manage commercial traffic for at least five syndicated programs, ensuring logs are completed and finalized daily.
• Support the Diginet Movie Sphere Gold workflow as needed.
• Finalize daily broadcast logs in accordance with tape house integration schedules, adjusting for holiday schedule variations.
• Gather, save, and organize incoming traffic instructions for all assigned programs.
• Schedule commercial spots for CTD's syndicated programming with precision and speed.
• Ensure all commercials for assigned shows are received by the tape house on time.
• Serve as the primary liaison between agencies, tape houses, and production companies.
• Make daily decisions regarding commercial placement to optimize schedule flow.
• Partner closely with agency traffic teams and media sales to resolve questions or conflicts.
• Proofread and verify program traffic details, including:
• Air date/day & time
• Advertiser
• Spot length
• ISCI codes
• Troubleshoot and resolve creative issues, commercial discrepancies, and missing materials.
• Maintain high accuracy while multitasking and working under tight deadlines.
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Media, Communications, Business, Marketing, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in commercial traffic or a related media operations role.
• Prior experience with syndication traffic strongly preferred; cable or radio traffic experience also acceptable.
• Strong research and analytical skills with the ability to interpret data.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and log review.
• Familiarity with content rights, licensing, or media distribution (coursework or internship experience acceptable).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and comfort working with databases or CRM tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Willingness and ability to work on-site five days per week.

Preferred Skills
• Experience with WideOrbit or other traffic management systems.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and comfort making quick operational decisions.
• Ability to build strong working relationships with internal and external partners.
Work Location: this role is currently remote and will transition to be an onsite position fully in office in the next several months. Office location is 1515 Broadway, NYC.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Hiring Salary Range: $45,000.00 - 55,000.00.
The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.
What We Offer:
• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here: https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits
• Generous paid time off.
• An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount's most dynamic teams.
• Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.
• Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.
• Explore life at Paramount: https://www.paramount.com/careers/life-at-paramount
Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-741w36-216-73-216-31-42 in your application.