Junior Scheduler

Job Description

Who You Are!

There are lots of people here doing all sorts of jobs and we believe that having all kinds of people from all kinds of backgrounds, makes this a great place to work! We work hard but in a fun environment and seek to nurture the best possible, inclusive environment. If you're passionate about working with diverse teams, leading by example and simply being you at work, this is the place for you!
Overview

This is a junior/entry level role, suitable for candidates wishing to continue their career progression within a leading broadcaster.

What is the role

Working alongside the Channel5 programme planning team, ratings, media planning, broadcast operations, continuity and compliance teams, the Junior Scheduler is responsible for building and executing accurate schedules for transmission.
• Carry out daily checklist to prepare accurate schedules for sending to playout providers.
• Process spot files from sales and send complete schedules to playout providers.
• Input continuity items and information to set deadlines and liaise with continuity producers to ensure all scripting information is accurate and up to date.
• Work with the sponsorship team to update rotations, and accurately process and schedule credits.
• To view and log programmes taking into account transitions, commercial compliance and editorial judgements for all the linear and VOD channels.
• Work with neighbouring departments to ensure weekly and daily deadlines are met.
• To provide cover for other department members in their absence in some areas.
• Assist broadcast operations with the QCing of programmes when required.
• Embrace the 'One ViacomCBS' approach and encourage collaboration and team working
• Be an ambassador for all VCNI channels, internally and externally
• Adopt and promote the ViacomCBS values and support a culture of inclusion

What skills do you need
• Experience within the broadcasting industry desirable.
• Some knowledge/experience of Whats'On or other scheduling systems preferred.
• Good PC skills including Microsoft packages.
• Display initiative and be adaptable to change
• Be able to prioritise optimally and display strong organisational skills
• Excellent team working skills!
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to deal with different levels within the company
• Have a proactive approach to finding creative and diplomatic solutions
• Able to work within tight deadlines and remain calm under pressure
• Be prepared to tackle additional responsibility when required
• A keen interest in diversity and inclusion
• An empathy with ViacomCBS' brand and core values combined with a strong desire to contribute to Channel 5's continued business success.

Whether you are a leader or hope to one day be, you will be a change maker by challenging the status quo, Lead with passion and purpose Drive collaboration and Lead with openness to individual differences and diverse perspectives.

What are our values - Bravery | Empathy | Honesty
Our values, and their related behaviours, guide how we show up to work each day and help ensure that we all treat each other with respect. The three values are intertwined and work together to drive the business outcomes we seek, and once combined we believe these will power our company forward.

What are our benefits

As well as being supported with your career goals Permanent and Fixed Term Contract employees will be entitled to:
• Private Medical Insurance after completing 3 months of employment
• Season Ticket Loan
• Cycle to work scheme
• TV Package Discount
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Discounts for Local Shops and Restaurants and Access to Reward Gateway
• We are happy to talk about flexible working

ViacomCBS is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

At ViacomCBS, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. ViacomCBS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and we take our responsibility in safeguarding children and adults seriously. We work hard to ensure that everyone with whom we engage receive equal protection from all types of harm or abuse, regardless of age, disability, gender, racial heritage, religious belief, sexual orientation or identity; an obligation we take very seriously. To ensure, we are an exemplar in the field of safeguarding individuals, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria of the role applied for and for those who are successful in receiving an offer for roles that interact with children, completed background checks will be required prior to joining.

Locations UK-LONDON

Function Broadcast Technology

Brand ViacomCBS

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-r01171-18-116-90-141-42 in your application.