Programme Planning Coordinator
– UAE
Do you have a passion for TV? Would you like to work for a leading global media organisation? Do you have experience within TV programme planning? If so, we’d love to hear from you! We are currently recruiting a Programme Planning Coordinator to join the Programming team in UAE.
In Europe, Middle East and Africa, Turner currently broadcasts 68 channels in 23 languages to 124 countries. It is headquartered in London and operates local offices across the region. The brand portfolio includes EMEA’s number one international news brand CNN International as well as Turner’s leading kids brands, Cartoon Network – home of global hit animation series such as The Amazing World of Gumball and Boomerang, featuring timeless classics such as Scooby-Doo, Tom & Jerry and Looney Tunes.
This role is the key programme planning
function for
TCM & TNT. The successful candidate will plan a core s
chedule with local variants for
the channels. Working
closely with the Senior Programming & Acquisition Manager and the Channel Team in Dubai and other hubs to devise a schedule that will rate highly and appeal to all stakeholders
.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop the long range & monthly program strategy and schedules for TCM &TNT; across MENA/Turkey taking into account ratings (when available), commercial requirements, affiliate requirements and regional needs.
Liaise with Research to develop a full understanding of ratings information and impact on the schedule.
Understand competitor channels and market influences and their impact on Turner’s portfolio.
Build knowledge of library and how best to utilize programme assets in the local market.
Working closely with the Senior Acquisition& Programming Manager on developing a strong and successful programming strategy for TNT & TCM.
Communicate schedules internally.
Creation of stunts/events/strands/themes for the purpose of audience growth and which create marketing/PR and non-standard ad sales opportunities.
Monitor and analyse the strategy and schedule of the chosen channels, to optimize programming and promotion activities.
To be aware of programming initiatives across the EMEA portfolio and their impact on the MENA/Turkey channels.
Liaise with teams across EMEA to ensure strategies are devised that meet goals, that technical issues are overcome and that programmes are premiered and promoted effectively.
Presentation of TCM & TNT content in internal meetings. Passion, enthusiasm and knowledge of the content is a must.
Acts as the programming representative with all internal departments for TCM & TNT
Input of program schedule into the Internal software
Assisting the Senior Programming & Acquisition Manager with the acquisitions when needed.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Essential:
University degree with at least 5 years work experience in TV programme planning, ideally in an international media company.
IT competence: Able to learn how to use our systems, Microsoft Office and other systems quickly
Clear understanding of the Turner brands and a passion for the General entertainment genre
Positive attitude & team spirit – a ‘yes we can’ attitude
Good time management/planning/delivery
Excellent Attention to detail.
Good understanding of TV business and audience trends in Europe
Strong interpersonal skills – a great communicator. Concise and confident.
Fluent in English.
Self-starter/works well without immediate supervision
Accommodating and able to adjust and act quickly
Strong management skills.
Good understanding of the TV business and audience trends in MENA & TURKEY
Desirable:
Knowledge of our systems (Vision / Xen)
Closing date: 2nd June 2017
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Do you have a passion for TV? Would you like to work for a leading global media organisation? Do you have experience within TV programme planning? If so, we’d love to hear from you! We are currently recruiting a Programme Planning Coordinator to join the Programming team in UAE.
In Europe, Middle East and Africa, Turner currently broadcasts 68 channels in 23 languages to 124 countries. It is headquartered in London and operates local offices across the region. The brand portfolio includes EMEA’s number one international news brand CNN International as well as Turner’s leading kids brands, Cartoon Network – home of global hit animation series such as The Amazing World of Gumball and Boomerang, featuring timeless classics such as Scooby-Doo, Tom & Jerry and Looney Tunes.
This role is the key programme planning
function for
TCM & TNT. The successful candidate will plan a core s
chedule with local variants for
the channels. Working
closely with the Senior Programming & Acquisition Manager and the Channel Team in Dubai and other hubs to devise a schedule that will rate highly and appeal to all stakeholders
.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop the long range & monthly program strategy and schedules for TCM &TNT; across MENA/Turkey taking into account ratings (when available), commercial requirements, affiliate requirements and regional needs.
Liaise with Research to develop a full understanding of ratings information and impact on the schedule.
Understand competitor channels and market influences and their impact on Turner’s portfolio.
Build knowledge of library and how best to utilize programme assets in the local market.
Working closely with the Senior Acquisition& Programming Manager on developing a strong and successful programming strategy for TNT & TCM.
Communicate schedules internally.
Creation of stunts/events/strands/themes for the purpose of audience growth and which create marketing/PR and non-standard ad sales opportunities.
Monitor and analyse the strategy and schedule of the chosen channels, to optimize programming and promotion activities.
To be aware of programming initiatives across the EMEA portfolio and their impact on the MENA/Turkey channels.
Liaise with teams across EMEA to ensure strategies are devised that meet goals, that technical issues are overcome and that programmes are premiered and promoted effectively.
Presentation of TCM & TNT content in internal meetings. Passion, enthusiasm and knowledge of the content is a must.
Acts as the programming representative with all internal departments for TCM & TNT
Input of program schedule into the Internal software
Assisting the Senior Programming & Acquisition Manager with the acquisitions when needed.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Essential:
University degree with at least 5 years work experience in TV programme planning, ideally in an international media company.
IT competence: Able to learn how to use our systems, Microsoft Office and other systems quickly
Clear understanding of the Turner brands and a passion for the General entertainment genre
Positive attitude & team spirit – a ‘yes we can’ attitude
Good time management/planning/delivery
Excellent Attention to detail.
Good understanding of TV business and audience trends in Europe
Strong interpersonal skills – a great communicator. Concise and confident.
Fluent in English.
Self-starter/works well without immediate supervision
Accommodating and able to adjust and act quickly
Strong management skills.
Good understanding of the TV business and audience trends in MENA & TURKEY
Desirable:
Knowledge of our systems (Vision / Xen)
Closing date: 2nd June 2017
For recruitment updates, LIKE our Facebook page!
Apply to Job