Music Scheduling Specialist at MultiChoice

Purpose of the Position

• To curate and compile compelling music schedules in line with the channel strategy and ensure seamless transmission on the channels

Key Performance Objectives

Music Schedules

• Construct macro and transmission log to ensure correct transmission of content across all channels e.g., programming, advertising, various On-Air elements, sponsorships, branding and marketing material.
• Ensure transmission-ready detailed 48hour running-order Log for Playout by required daily deadline. Ensure marketing, Promo schedulers and DSTV Media sales commercials are populated.
• Construct and deliver fault free Transmission Logs for transmission, against strict deadlines, for all current and future Music channels.
• Accurately capture the Programming and content from the Macro schedule (G selector) to the Micro schedule
• Query anomalies to ensure accurate running order logs (schedules)
• Create Formats, if required
• Ensure thorough checking of own logs.

Implementation of channel strategy

• Participate in the inception of the channel strategy and the implementation thereof.
• Management of long form shows.
• Project manage the postproduction of in-house content.
• Use and analyse research to create or schedule competitive content.

Stakeholder Management

• Liaise with DSTV Media Sales regarding Micro and Macro schedules.
• Liaise with Digital and promo scheduling team to ensure content is uploaded.
• Manage strong relationships with artist, record labels and other industry related stakeholders.

Qualifications Essential

• A Diploma in Film and Television/ Marketing/Scriptwriting/Media Studies

Experience

• A minimum of 3-5 years’ production experience as a production assistant coordinator.
• Understanding of entertainment and broadcasting Industry knowledge and experience.
• Extensive music knowledge is essential.
• Broadcast/entertainment industry and multiplatform experience
• Knowledge of current and future content trends in multiple markets

Technical Competencies

• Creativity
• Project Management
• Super user and in-depth knowledge and experience with G Selector or Music Master
• Researching
• Project Management
• Scheduling strategies
• Audience Understanding