Traffic Copy Editor, WGBA

NBC 26; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local television station in Green Bay, Wisconsin, is seeking a detail-oriented Traffic Copy Editor. In this role, you will ensure commercial content runs accurately across platforms, working closely with account executives and clients. You should have a high school diploma and a minimum of one year related experience. Proficiency in MS Office and prior broadcast experience are preferred. Join us in a vibrant community known for its sports history and picturesque parks.

Qualifications

• 1 year minimum related experience preferred.
• Previous broadcast experience especially with ad management and broadcast traffic systems desirable.

Responsibilities

• Secure and enter advertising traffic instructions.
• Maintain instruction files and other traffic functions.
• Act as back-up to traffic log editor as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Proficiency with MS Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

WideOrbit

OSI

Job description

Overview

WGBA | Green Bay, WI | Full-Time | Onsite

Are you detail-oriented, organized, and thrive in a fast-paced environment? WGBA is looking for a Traffic Copy Editor to join our team in Green Bay. In this role, you'll be a key player in ensuring our commercial content runs smoothly and accurately across our platforms. Working closely with account executives, sales management, clients, and agencies, you'll help keep our operations running like clockwork while supporting our commitment to delivering exceptional service to our advertisers.

What You\'ll Do

• Secure and enter advertising traffic instructions for advertisers.
• Enter copy information using ad management traffic software.
• Maintain instruction files, tape library, and various other traffic functions.
• Work closely with account executives and traffic management, clients and agencies.
• Act as back-up to traffic log editor as needed. This includes ensuring that the traffic is scheduled in the appropriate time slot and that the engineering department has the information needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You\'ll Need

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year minimum related experience preferred.
• Previous broadcast experience especially with ad management and broadcast traffic systems (i.e. WideOrbit, OSI etc) desirable.

What You\'ll Bring

• Proficient with MS Office products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Ability to adhere to strict deadlines and complete work assignments in a timely and accurate manner.
• Adaptable and flexible with ability to shift focus in fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Team oriented and experienced in working in a team environment.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Strict attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving skills.

Where You\'ll Live, Work, and Play

Green Bay, Wisconsin is a vibrant city that perfectly blends small-town charm with big-city amenities. Known as the home of the legendary Green Bay Packers, this community is steeped in sports history and pride. Beyond football, Green Bay offers a thriving arts and culture scene, beautiful parks along the Fox River, and a growing culinary landscape featuring local breweries and farm-to-table dining. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the area\'s access to hiking, biking, and water activities, while families appreciate the strong sense of community and excellent schools. With four distinct seasons, Green Bay offers year-round recreation—from summer festivals to winter ice skating. It\'s a place where neighbors know each other, local businesses thrive, and there\'s always something to celebrate!

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About Scripps

The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating connection. As one of the nation’s largest local TV broadcasters, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of more than 60 stations in 40+ markets. Scripps reaches households across the U.S. with national news outlet Scripps News and popular entertainment brands ION, ION Plus, ION Mystery, Bounce, Grit and Laff. Scripps is the nation’s largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps Sports serves professional and college sports leagues, conferences and teams with local market depth and national broadcast reach of up to 100% of TV households. Founded in 1878, Scripps is the steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee and its longtime motto is: “Give light and the people will find their own way.”

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