We are hiring! The TEGNA Commercial Operations (TCO) team, based in Denver, Colorado, is looking for a talented and motivated person to join our team.
A broadcast Traffic department maximizes revenue for a television station through careful consideration of spot placement and program formatting. Our 30+ member centralized traffic team does more than just place spots on a log though; we work hand in hand with our television station sales, marketing/promotions, programming, news, and engineering departments to create an on-air product that generates positive results for both our stations and clients. Our daily workflow has often been described as working a puzzle; we manipulate commercial inventory (where and when commercials air through the day) to maximize an advertiser’s return on investment. Our Denver-based team works with 25 different TEGNA television markets across the United States, including network affiliates like ABC, CBS, NBC, and FOX.
A successful Inventory Specialist pays attention to detail, is customer-service oriented, shows initiative, and is able to balance multiple projects and requests while meeting daily deadlines.
Responsibilities:
- Using WideOrbit Traffic software, manage commercial inventory by accurately preempting or placing spots on the broadcast log
- Meet daily log finalization deadlines and clear oversold inventory 13 weeks out
- Understand and follow spot placement guidelines to ensure client specifications are met
- Verify the broadcast log is maximized for revenue and meets product and advertiser separation requirements
- Collaborate with TCO and station teammates to identify and communicate revenue opportunities to the sales team
- Process sales orders and assist sales team with accurate order entry
- Assist with log coverage as/if necessary
- Various other duties as assigned
Requirements:
- High school diploma (required)
- Broadcasting, cable, or radio traffic or sales support experience (preferred)
- WideOrbit traffic system knowledge (2+ years preferred)
- Proficient with computer software/applications, including Microsoft Office: Outlook, Word, and Excel (required)
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills (required)
- Desire to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment (required)
- If you have relevant work experience, we are willing to train the right candidate
- Position is based in Denver, Colorado
The application deadline for this position is June 30, 2024.
What makes TEGNA and the TCO a great place to work? We offer:
- Work/life balance
- Supportive and rewarding casual work environment
- Consistent, Monday-Friday schedule with remote and in-office days
- Paid time off and 8 paid holidays
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- HSA contributions
- 401k
- Centrally located office with a fitness center and on-site underground parking
- RTD Eco Pass eligibility
- Opportunity for professional growth within TCO and TEGNA
Benefits:
TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. TEGNA offers two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, as well as access to dental and eye care coverage; fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance.
Our 401(k) program offers full, part-time and temporary employees the opportunity to contribute 1% - 80% of their pay on a pre-tax basis to TEGNA’s 401(k). Contributions made up to the first 4% of pay are eligible for a 100% match from the company and are 100% vested from day one.
Regardless of participation in TEGNA medical plans, ALL employees receive nine free virtual doctor’s appointments with a physician through Teladoc, and 12 annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician for themselves and each of their family members through Spring Health.
TEGNA’s Paid Time Off (PTO) program begins with 15 days of PTO for full-time employees, and nine paid holidays.
*Union employees should refer to their collective bargaining agreement for details specific to their benefits.
About TEGNA
TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) is an innovative media company that serves the greater good of our communities. Across platforms, TEGNA tells empowering stories, conducts impactful investigations and delivers innovative marketing solutions. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA is the largest owner of top 4 network affiliates in the top 25 markets among independent station groups, reaching approximately 39 percent of all television households nationwide. TEGNA also owns leading multicast networks True Crime Network and Quest. TEGNA Marketing Solutions (TMS) offers innovative solutions to help businesses reach consumers across television, digital and over-the-top (OTT) platforms, including Premion, TEGNA’s OTT advertising service. For more information, visit www.TEGNA.com.
EEO statement:
TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, disability, medical condition, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. TEGNA will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. If you are in need of an accommodation in order to submit your application, please email askhr@tegna.com
