Position Summary:

The Programming Coordinator supports the ESPN College Sports NCAA Championship/Olympic Programming team on the day-to-day scheduling and management of our college sports content; contributes to the acquisition and strategic scheduling of that content across all networks and platforms to maximize viewership and revenue; works collaboratively across all ESPN departments and with external rightsholders and partners to fulfill contracts and achieve established company/team priorities and goals.

Responsibilities:

• Assist on the strategic scheduling of all collegiate Olympic sports programming, NCAA Championships, and high school sports, including direct oversight of the construction and maintenance of certain specific program schedules.
• Work on day to day scheduling of ESPNU along with Senior Director and Associate Manager.
• Supports the Senior Director and Associate Manager in the acquisition of programming for ESPN networks and platforms working closely with conference partners and external rights holders.
• Works with conference partners and the NCAA to manage designated sport categories and championships throughout the year.
• Handles Content Scheduler work for assigned sports properties and networks.
• Works hand-in-hand with Marketing, Production, and Communications to forge and implement effective promotional and social media strategies.
• Provides strategic and analytical support to Programming Management regarding the on-air placement of current and future programming.
• Works as a member of the Programming Department at large to contribute to the overall scheduling strategy for the company across platforms.
• Create presentations and assist in prep work as assigned.
• Proactively contribute innovative ideas to continue to grow our business.

Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of both overall sports and specifically college sports
• Proficient computer skills, emphasis on Microsoft Office suite and current social media platforms
• General knowledge of the sports media industry
• Strong communication skills
• Must be highly organized, efficient, self-motivated, exhibit excellent time management skills and able to work on multiple tasks at the same time

Preferred Qualifications:

• Work experience in the sports media industry, television programming and/or college athletics
• General familiarity with reading and comprehending legal contracts
• Knowledge of NCS/CS system a plus

Required Education:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Communications, Business, Sports Management, or other related field

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