Copy Coordinator

The Walt Disney Company; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Walt Disney Company in Glendale, CA is seeking a Copy Coordinator to manage acquisition of on-air commercial content and support traffic operations for Disney's media networks.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in Television Traffic, a Bachelor's degree or equivalent, and proficiency with traffic systems, Word and Excel; strong organization and communication skills are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 1-3 years' experience in Television Traffic.
• Must be computer literate and have clerical/data input experience.
• Preferred: knowledge of Traffic systems, MS Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Work with Agencies and Sales to maintain the accuracy of all traffic commercial copy data.
• Apply commercial copy by adhering to Agency instructions and schedules provided by Sales Administration.
• Coordinate Sponsorship accommodations with Sales/Marketing for accurate placements.
• Maintain and file all commercial instructions for assigned accounts.
• Collaborate with Inventory Manager and digital media providers on delivery status.
• Work closely with Sales to ensure advertiser accommodations are met.
• Communicate and resolve copy-related issues with Sales and management to maximize inventory.
• Assist Traffic management with various departmental projects.
• Work with BS&P to ensure spots are approved to air.

Skills

Traffic systems

Microsoft Word

Excel

Data entry

Organized

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Traffic systems

Job description

Job Posting Title:

Copy Coordinator

Job Description:

Technology is at the heart of Disney's past, present, and future. Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology is a global organization of engineers, product developers, designers, technologists, data scientists, and more - all working to build and advance the technological backbone for Disney's media business globally.

The team marries technology with creativity to build world-class products, enhance storytelling, and drive velocity, innovation, and scalability for our businesses. We are Storytellers and Innovators. Creators and Builders. Entertainers and Engineers. We work with every part of The Walt Disney Company's media portfolio to advance the technological foundation and consumer media touch points serving millions of people around the world.

Here are a few reasons why we think you'd love working here:

• Building the future of Disney's media: Our Technologists are designing and building the products and platforms that will power our media, advertising, and distribution businesses for years to come.
• Reach, Scale & Impact: More than ever, Disney's technology and products serve as a signature doorway for fans' connections with the company's brands and stories. Disney+. Hulu. ESPN. ABC. ABC News...and many more. These products and brands - and the unmatched stories, storytellers, and events they carry - matter to millions of people globally.
• Innovation: We develop and implement groundbreaking products and techniques that shape industry norms, and solve complex and distinctive technical problems.

Content Platforms & Operations is responsible for the development and ongoing advancement of the technical and operational functions driving the worldwide distribution and monetization of Disney's linear networks and theatrical content. This includes Disney's media supply chain and storage, network and theatrical distribution operations, media localization, network transmission and origination, and more. The global team also plays a critical role as the primary collaboration point for Product & Technology with Disney's EMEA, APAC, and LATAM regional business teams.

Job Summary:

The Copy Coordinator is responsible for the proper acquisition of all commercial content for the On-Air logs. Responsibilities may change daily to fit the needs of the department.

Responsibilities and Duties of the Role:

• Work with Agencies and Sales departments on managing and maintaining the accuracy of all traffic commercial copy data.
• The application of commercial copy by adhering to Agency instructions and any specification schedules provided by Sales Administration.
• Work closely with Sales/Marketing for all Sponsorship accommodations to ensure the accurate placement of spots and billboards.
• Maintain and file all commercial instructions for assigned accounts.
• Work closely with Inventory Manager and digital media providers in obtaining commercial delivery status.
• Work closely with Sales to ensure advertiser accommodations are met.
• Communicate and resolve copy related issues with Sales and management to maximize inventory.
• Assist Traffic management with various departmental projects.
• Works closely with BS&P to ensure spots are approved to air.

Required Education, Experience/Skills/Training:

Required Education

Bachelor's degree (preferable in Television/Radio Broadcasting or other related fields) or equivalent experience

Basic Qualifications

• Must have 1-3 years' experience in Television Traffic.
• Must be computer literate.
• Must have clerical and data input experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of various Traffic systems, Microsoft Word and Excel
• Must be organized, detail oriented and self-motivated.
• Must have strong interpersonal skills and capable of working effectively within a team environment and across multiple business platforms.
• Must be capable of learning new system procedures/functions as they pertain to the needs of our business.
• Must be capable of explaining oneself both verbally and in writing. Ability to make decisions quickly and effectively under pressure.
• Must have a positive attitude and willing to adapt in an industry environment where change is inevitable.

The hiring range for this position in Glendale, CA is $49,000 to $59,800 per year based on a 40 hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.