Traffic Assistant

The Traffic Assistant is an entry-level position that supports TV Programming and TV/Radio traffic operations. The Traffic Assistant is responsible for accurate data entry in program spreadsheets and Protrack, maintaining records related to program offers, contracts, insertion orders, and agreements. Additionally, the Traffic Assistant ensures accurate program scheduling, database management, and reconciliation of daily TV and radio program logs in compliance with FCC regulations and AZPM guidelines.

The Traffic Assistant also implements program changes, distributes listings, and coordinates messaging with internal teams and PTV personnel for the delivery of original AZPM programming. Additional responsibilities include e-name entry and reporting duties to support programming operations.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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1. Program Scheduling & Reporting

• Generate
  Excel templates for monthly program schedules for PBS 6 and PBS 6 PLUS.
• Assist
  with reporting activities as directed by the Program Director.
• Support
  the preparation of documents and messaging for monthly TV program
  highlights meetings.
• Process
  insertion orders.
• Assign
  media IDs and create metadata in Protrack for accurate tracking.

2. Program Data Entry & Compliance

• Enter
  advance schedules into Excel spreadsheets upon publication of grids
  and weekly updates.
• Input
  program data into advance grids per Program Director instructions.
• Follow
  up on program resources, rights, usage dates, carriage, highlights,
  program offers, and disclaimers.

3. Database & Log Management

• Maintain
  and update Protrack and Prolink databases, including coding,
  rights, and metadata.
• Generate
  logs, manage fill breaks, export schedules, and perform reconciliation.

4. Program Coordination & Listings

• Schedule
  programming in Protrack following Program Director instructions.
• Distribute
  monthly and local listings, including program change notifications.
• Manage
  E-name entry and submission for program tracking.

5. Pledge & Interstitial Content Management

• Retrieve
  and print pledge formats, updating the pledge binder for Master
  Control Operators.
• Coordinate
  Flight IOs and interstitial materials.
• Perform
  additional duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Strong ability to follow through on
  tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced
  environment and take proactive steps to complete tasks.
• Familiarity with standard office
  practices and procedures.
• High-level computer skills in Microsoft Office,
  including Access databases and Outlook.
• Ability to interact effectively with diverse
  individuals and communicate professionally in person, by phone, and via email
  with the general public, donors, members, and staff.

• Prior work experience not required.
• High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.

• Experience using Excel to create and manage spreadsheets.
  
  
• Experience with data entry and maintaining accurate records.
  
  
• Vocational or technical training in a related field.