Programming Coordinator
Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE: SPHR) is a premier live entertainment and media company. The Company includes Sphere, a next-generation entertainment medium powered by cutting-edge technologies to redefine the future of entertainment. The first Sphere venue in Las Vegas opened in September 2023. In addition, the Company includes MSG Networks, which operates two regional sports and entertainment networks, MSG Network and MSG Sportsnet, as well as a direct-to-consumer and authenticated streaming product, MSG+, delivering a wide range of live sports content and other programming. More information is available at sphereentertainmentco.com.
Who are we hiring?
The Programming Coordinator is responsible for supporting the day-to-day operational management of the three main channels that encapsule MSG Networks (MSG, MSGSN, MSG BUFFALO). The Programming Coordinator plays a crucial role in the scheduling of closed-captions for live events and original programming, producing daily operations log that program each network on a 24-hour basis, and maintaining our Nielson database for ratings tracking purposes. The role requires strong attention to detail, the ability to work and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment with strict deadlines, and a general understanding of linear based television scheduling.
What will you do?
- Perform daily database entry and reconciliation in eNames for Nielson ratings tracking.
- Produce on-air discrepancy reports each morning for review.
- Produce daily operations logs for on-air programming on MSG, MSGSN, & BUFFALO that are distributed to both traffic departments & AMC for playlist creation.
- Schedule closed captioning requests for live and original programming.
- Curate air dates for distribution to outside vendors.
- Produce and distribute monthly programming highlights to internal stakeholders.
- Responsible for creating contingency programming for select live shows.
- Create and manage the monthly overflow bulletin distributed to AMC for planning purposes.
- Upload Gotham schedules on an as needed basis.
What do you need to succeed?
- Bachelor’s degree in media or equivalent experience in similar role
- 2+ years of experience working in broadcast television (Sports television a plus)
- Skilled in database management and development
- Experience with scheduling software (FileMaker a plus)
- Ability to work cross-functionally across multiple departments to ensure Network goals are prioritized
- Ability to build relationships with and coordination of deliverable with outside vendors
- Understanding of sports television production/operational process
- Excellent verbal & written communication skills
- Proficiency with MS Office
- Ability to problem solve and adapt under pressure
- Possess flexibility to manage changing and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
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