Job Information
Nexstar Media Group VP, Scheduling in Burbank, California
The CW is both a top broadcast TV network in the U.S. and a fast-growing, ad-supported streaming service. With a network that reaches 100% of U.S. television households and a streaming footprint on all major platforms, The CW reaches audiences at scale on both linear and digital television. The CW streaming service is available for free to consumers and is home to the latest episodes and seasons of The CW’s primetime programming, live streaming of CW Sports content, and a library of entertaining film and television content for on-demand viewing. The CW is 75%-owned by Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST), a leading diversified media company and the largest CW affiliate group.
The Job:
The Vice President, Scheduling position is primarily focused on optimizing The CW’s schedule to maximize ratings while supporting original content.
This position will play an integral role in the growth of The CW Network, continually working to improve each hour of the schedule. This role will also play a significant role as The CW transitions into a major player in sports broadcasting.
The ideal candidate is relationship-focused, excel-savvy, detail oriented, and able to thrive in a constantly changing environment.
This person will report to the SVP of Program Planning, Scheduling and Acquisitions. The Daily:
Own “color grid” which is the active schedule for planning purposes
Develop long term scenarios partnering with Presidents of The CW and SVP of Programming to optimize the program schedule
Create new scheduling/stunting ideas to coincide with existing programming and pop culture calendar
Liaise with scheduling teams across competitive broadcast networks to ensure we properly counter program against their tentpoles
Propose and execute ideas to maximize ratings while supporting our priority programs and/or capitalize on the pop culture calendar
Partner with IT to build out a scheduling and inventory management system in Airtable
Work with sports leagues to understand event timing and any possible changes due to overruns
Screen potential new series acquisitions and assists with selections and timing of acquired movies
Collaborate across all functions to ensure there are no concerns before making schedule changes
Work on ad hoc inventory management projects
The Essentials:
8 years of relevant industry experience (e.g. scheduling, research)
Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to present to and collaborate with senior executives.
Excel at building relationships quickly to drive deliverables incorporating cross-functional feedback.
Proficient with Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and Airtable.
Thrives in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrates a passion for content as an avid viewer of TV & Film with knowledge of the evolving media landscape.
Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and drive progress under tight timelines.
The Compensation
- $180K - $210K/yr commensurate with experience and skill levels.
Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across television, streaming and digital platforms, including nearly 300,000 hours of original video content each year. Nexstar owns America’s largest local broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 212 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, America’s fastest-growing national news and entertainment cable network reaching 70 million television homes, popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including The Hill and BestReviews, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. In addition to delivering exceptional content and service to our communities, Nexstar provides premium multiplatform and video-on-demand advertising opportunities at scale for businesses and brands seeking to leverage the strong consumer engagement of our compelling content offering. For more information, please visit Nexstar.tv.
EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.