Senior Scheduling Executive

Mediacorp Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Mediacorp Pte Ltd is seeking a Senior Scheduling Executive to manage quarterly and daily broadcast schedules for free-to-air channels, ensuring accurate placement of programmes, trailers, interstitials, and fillers to maximise promotional impact, audience engagement, and channel performance.

You will coordinate with Playout, On-Air Promotions, Marketing, Content Standards, Subtitling, Commercials, and Media Exchange teams to meet deadlines; follow SOPs and strategic plans; and provide standby

Qualifications

• Diploma or equivalent in Mass Communication or related media discipline.
• Preferably 1–2 years of experience in TV broadcast or media.
• Exposure to scheduling, traffic management, or media operations preferred.
• Fresh graduates or individuals with no prior experience are welcome to apply. Training will be provided.
• Basic understanding of broadcast scheduling systems and workflows.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and execute quarterly and daily broadcast schedules for assigned channels with timeliness and accuracy.
• Strategically place promotional spots, trailers, and fillers to optimise audience reach and programme visibility.
• Follow SOPs and strategic plans while coordinating with Playout, On-Air Promotions, Marketing, Content Standards, Subtitling, Commercials, and Media Exchange teams to meet deadlines.
• Collaborate with Managers on SOP development and operational requirements for live events; provide standby support during such events.
• Plan and schedule secondary events such as banners and channel bugs and monitor sponsorship loadings for compliance and accuracy.
• Assist in troubleshooting scheduling and operational issues in consultation with Managers, ensuring minimal disruption to broadcast output.
• Demonstrate adaptability by responding promptly to last-minute schedule changes and maintaining meticulous attention to detail.
• Complete full reconciliation of schedules to verify data accuracy, content metadata, and sponsorship fulfilment.
• Generate and review reports to monitor sponsorship performance and ensure contractual obligations are met.
• Manage electronic programme guide (EPG) scheduling by ensuring all programme information, metadata, and synopses are accurate, complete, and delivered on time across all platforms.

Skills

Ownership

Adaptability

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Diploma in Mass Communication

Mass Communications

Tools

Broadcast scheduling software

Job description

Scope of the role

The Senior Scheduling Executive is responsible for managing the quarterly and daily, detailed television schedules for the organisation's free-to-air channels. The role ensures the strategic and accurate placement of programme, trailers, interstitials, and fillers to maximise promotional impact, audience engagement, and channel performance.

Responsibilities

Scope of the role

The Senior Scheduling Executive is responsible for managing the quarterly and daily, detailed television schedules for the organisation's free-to-air channels. The role ensures the strategic and accurate placement of programme, trailers, interstitials, and fillers to maximise promotional impact, audience engagement, and channel performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and execute quarterly and daily broadcast schedules for assigned television channels, ensuring timeliness and accuracy.
• Strategically place promotional spots, trailers, and fillers to optimise audience reach and programme visibility.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and strategic plans while coordinating with Playout, On-Air Promotions, Marketing, Content Standards, Subtitling, Commercials, and Media Exchange teams to meet all deadlines.
• Collaborate with Managers on SOP development and operational requirements for live events; provide standby support during such events.
• Plan and schedule secondary events such as banners and channel bugs and monitor sponsorship loadings for compliance and accuracy.
• Assist in troubleshooting scheduling and operational issues in consultation with Managers, ensuring minimal disruption to broadcast output.
• Demonstrate adaptability by responding promptly to last-minute schedule changes and maintaining meticulous attention to detail.
• Complete full reconciliation of schedules to verify data accuracy, content metadata, and sponsorship fulfilment.
• Generate and review reports to monitor sponsorship performance and ensure contractual obligations are met.
• Manage electronic programme guide (EPG) scheduling by ensuring all programme information, metadata, and synopses are accurate, complete, and delivered on time across all platforms.

Foundational Competencies

• Strong ownership of assigned schedules and accountability for content accuracy.
• Demonstrates adaptability, teamwork, and proactive communication.
• Maintains composure and professionalism under time-sensitive conditions.

Qualifications

• Minimum Diploma or equivalent in Mass Communication, Media and Communication or any related discipline in media production, broadcasting, or digital media technologies.
• Preferably 1 to 2 years of experience in the TV broadcast or media industry.
• Exposure to scheduling, traffic management, or media operations preferred.
• Fresh graduates or individuals with no prior experience are welcome to apply. Training will be provided.
• Basic understanding of broadcast scheduling systems and workflows.
• Keen interest and passion for local and international television content.
• High attention to detail, with the ability to multitask and manage competing priorities effectively.
• Problem-solving skills and ability to work independently under minimal supervision.