Broadcast Programming & Traffic Coordinator

TEGNA Inc.; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental care

Vision care

Fertility assistance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Teladoc

Therapy sessions

PTO

Public holidays

Job summary

TEGNA Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented Programming Assistant for KBMT-TV in Beaumont, TX. This full-time, on-site role supports KBMT, KJAC, and KUIL, assisting with scheduling, traffic, and station operations to ensure smooth broadcasts.

You will download paid content, prep special programming, and coordinate with Programming, Traffic, News, and Sales teams, gaining hands-on exposure to local TV operations and content management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree preferred.
• Previous experience in television, media, programming, traffic, or administrative support preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to learn programming and traffic systems, including TitanTV MediaStar Scheduler, WideOrbit Traffic, and Pulse.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and handle confidential information appropriately.
• Dependable attendance and flexibility to support changing programming and station needs.

Responsibilities

• Programming and Traffic Support: Assist the Programming Director and Traffic team with daily programming and traffic-related activities for KBMT, KJAC, and KUIL.
• Download, review, and place paid programming content into the appropriate station systems.
• Download and prepare the Dallas Cowboys Special Edition, Cowboys Huddle, and other syndicated or special programming.
• Assist with downloading and preparing programs, shows, and other broadcast content as needed.
• Support the maintenance and reconciliation of programming schedules, traffic logs, and program formats.
• Help identify missing content, scheduling discrepancies, timing issues, or other concerns that could affect broadcast operations.
• Coordinate with Programming, Traffic, News, Sales, and station operations personnel to resolve programming or content issues.
• Train on the completion of station issues reports, programming reports, and other required documentation.
• Assist with maintaining programming records and documentation for operational, billing, and regulatory purposes.
• Provide administrative support for programming and news department projects, including scheduling, coordination, and documentation activities.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication

MS Office

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

College degree preferred

Tools

TitanTV MediaStar Scheduler

WideOrbit Traffic

Pulse

Job description

TEGNA Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented Programming Assistant for KBMT-TV in Beaumont, TX. This full-time, on-site role supports KBMT, KJAC, and KUIL, assisting with scheduling, traffic, and station operations to ensure smooth broadcasts.

You will download paid content, prep special programming, and coordinate with Programming, Traffic, News, and Sales teams, gaining hands-on exposure to local TV operations and content management.