Broadcast Programming Scheduler

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. in Indianapolis is seeking a detail-oriented Program Coordinator to support daily scheduling and reporting across 15+ channels using WideOrbit.

You will process schedules, manage logs, and communicate with markets and hubs to keep programming aligned with deadlines. The role requires a high school diploma, strong English communication, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced broadcast environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Fluency in English.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task efficiently.
• Experience in clerical or administrative support.
• Proficiency with computers.
• Wide Orbit experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage 15+ channels by maintaining weekly program schedules in WideOrbit.
• Process bookings daily within 24 hours of submission.
• Maintain 13 rolling weeks in Wide Orbit for all channels.
• Process discrepancy reports and reconcile logs daily.
• Enter episode numbers into Wide Orbit as needed.
• Provide syndicated movie formats/feed information to traffic/master control.
• Communicate with markets and hubs closely.
• Produce daily reports for master control as needed.
• Provide team coverage as needed.
• Perform other duties as instructed.

Skills

English Fluency

Excellent communication

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Independent work

Computer proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Wide Orbit

Job description

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. in Indianapolis is seeking a detail-oriented Program Coordinator to support daily scheduling and reporting across 15+ channels using WideOrbit.

You will process schedules, manage logs, and communicate with markets and hubs to keep programming aligned with deadlines. The role requires a high school diploma, strong English communication, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced broadcast environment.