Presentation Scheduler

Christy Media Solutions; Camden Town; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media organization in the UK is seeking a skilled Presentation Scheduler for a 6-month contract. The role involves presentation scheduling and break optimisation for international entertainment and sports channels. Candidates should have experience in on-air scheduling, proficiency with scheduling systems, and excellent organizational skills. This is a great opportunity to contribute to exciting live broadcasts.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in on-air scheduling within a broadcast environment.
• Strong understanding of the broadcast chain and presentation scheduling processes.
• Familiarity with European broadcast regulations (e.g. Ofcom).

Responsibilities

• Prepare mid-term programme schedules ensuring accuracy.
• Build and optimise break structures for live events.
• Deliver compliant daily playlists in collaboration with teams.
• Support live event broadcasts with contingency playlists.
• Respond quickly to programming and content changes.

Skills

On-air scheduling experience

Proficiency with scheduling systems

Understanding of broadcast chain

Knowledge of break optimisation

Excellent organisational skills

Strong attention to detail

Ability to manage workloads

Communication skills

Tools

What’s On scheduling system

Job description

Overview

Our client, a leading media and broadcast organisation, is seeking a skilled Presentation Scheduler to join them on a 6 month contract. This role is focused on Presentation Scheduling and break optimisation across a portfolio of international entertainment and sports channels. The Scheduler will work closely with Programme Planning, Marketing, Sales, and Production teams, alongside in-house Operations, Compliance, Live On-Air, and Transmission departments, to deliver accurate, optimised, and compliant playlists.

Responsibilities

• Prepare mid-term programme schedules, ensuring accuracy for press and publicity use.
• Build and optimise break structures, including support for live event scheduling.
• Deliver accurate and compliant daily playlists, collaborating with central and regional teams.
• Schedule on-air branding, placement graphics, and legal/commercial requirements.
• Work with Operations and Transmission teams to resolve technical scheduling issues.
• Support live event broadcasts with contingency playlists and updates as needed.
• Respond quickly to programming changes, rights updates, and late changes to content.
• Execute playlist updates and manual adjustments in line with broadcast procedures.
• Contribute to wider team projects and provide scheduling support where required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in on-air scheduling within a broadcast environment.
• Proficiency with scheduling systems such as What’s On (or similar).
• Strong understanding of the broadcast chain and presentation scheduling processes.
• Knowledge of break optimisation and inventory management.
• Familiarity with European broadcast regulations (e.g. Ofcom).
• Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage workloads effectively and make decisions under pressure.
• Collaborative team player with excellent communication skills.
• Interest in live broadcasting or sports scheduling is an advantage.