Reporting into the Lead Planning & Presentation Manager , the Presentation Scheduler will be responsible for the preparation of daily presentation schedules.

Application deadline is Sunday 1st August 2021 at 11:59pm.

Key Accountabilities
* Create and deliver daily presentation schedules, making sure that all on-air elements and any other transmission instructions are accurate and issued to TX on time
* Responsible for ensuring all client SLA requirements are met
* Liaise with the Planning Scheduler to ensure programming changes and client instructions are actioned
* Check schedules prior to release and liaise closely with transmission to ensure smooth running of the daily playlists
* Liaise with transmission on any changes, errors, overruns, or underruns that may occur and adjust schedules accordingly
* Data entry of long and short form media
* Input the published planning schedule into the schedule database and action any amendments when required
* Create compelling programme synopses
* Critical understanding of workflows, ensuring media is scheduled and managed through to transmission and archive
* Using the scheduling database run reports on presentation schedules and/or media as required
* You may also be required to carry out any other duties, which are within the scope and purpose of the job

Required Qualifications (Knowledge & Experience)
* Understanding of programme scheduling - appreciation for editorial content and demands of channel scheduling
* Understanding of presentation media types and break formats
* Understanding of both the production and post-production processes
* Proficient in using Microsoft Office (including PowerPoint, Excel and Word)
* Good working knowledge of Scheduling systems
* Experience of working to daily TX deadlines
* Excellent team player
* Previous experience in a similar role

Desirable
* Working knowledge and editorial view of PLP programming
* Experience of dealing with UK broadcasters, understanding of UK TV industry
* Interest in football and a good knowledge of Premier League
* Working knowledge of Provys Scheduling system

Working Conditions
* This is a permanent position
* Ee are operating on a remote working set up until lockdown restrictions have been lifted. Thereafter, the role will be based at Stockley Park, Uxbridge (free on-site parking)
* Working hours are on average 40 hours per week
* Working during typical holiday periods (Easter/Christmas)
* Occasional weekend work
* May require late start/finishes and weekend working where applicable
* Adapting to use of new systems and technology where appropriate