Job Description

Schedule Executive

Content Supply and Distribution

Permanent | Full-time

Office location - Leeds (minimum 2 days per week in the office)

Hiring range: 28,000 - 32,500

We are looking for a Schedule Executive to join our team based in Leeds. The main purpose of this role is to ensure an optimal and accurate schedule is produced and delivered to transmission - incorporating the programme strategy, break pattern, media plan and sponsorship plan.

Key Responsibilities:

Planning

Entering programme schedules and changes into our in house scheduling system, ensuring sufficient information is available for press day, schedule costing, audience evaluation, Ofcom forecasting and compliance. Ensuring the correct programme and version is linked in the schedule Working closely with Editorial teams to ensure all strategic aims are met operationally in order to maximise commercial gain.

Presentation

Taking responsibility for building and optimising the schedules at the appropriate time and according to guidelines Incorporating marketing and commercial elements into the schedules in a timely manner Liaising with various departments to solve potential issues Managing the press process and ensuring all deadlines are met Preparation of advanced information regarding live/ late programming

Supporting Transmission

Whole schedule validation and trouble shooting to fully resolve all issues Adding data that drives transmission: programme and regional news sources, clean feeds etc. Delivering complete and accurate Transmission Schedules by daily deadlines Creating and delivering Contingency Schedules and Standby lists

Post Transmission

Validating transmissions by comparing the planned schedule against the transmitted schedule and updating any discrepancies to ensure we have an accurate and complete record of transmissions

Other

Working through potential schedules, to ascertain their feasibility Attending meetings relating to schedules and programmes Provide operational solutions to strategic requests

Skills you'll need

(minimum criteria)

Office-based work experience is essential Accuracy is key in this role, you must be able to work well under pressure whilst maintaining excellent levels of attention to detail. Ability to multitask and prioritise a busy workload whilst remaining calm and approachable is essential Computer literate and keen to use new technology, must have experience using a range of software including email, excel and word as a minimum Excellent organisational skills Good written and verbal communication skills at all levels Demonstrable experience working to tight deadlines

Other things we're looking for

(key criteria)

Experience in a post production / broadcast environment is advantageous A genuine interest in content and broadcasting is advantageous. Excellent attention to detail and the ability to pre-empt and proactively resolve problems Resilience and able to adapt to changeable situations whilst remaining positive Enthusiasm, we're looking for someone who is motivated, proactive, and a team player Minimum grade 4/5 in GCSE English and Maths. Additional qualifications in broadcast related discipline preferred

Closing date: Sunday 5th October 2025