Commercial Administrator

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox Corporation

Under the FOX banner, we produce and distribute content through some of the world’s leading and most valued brands, including: FOX News Media, FOX Sports, FOX Entertainment, FOX Television Stations and Tubi Media Group. We empower a diverse range of creators to imagine and develop culturally significant content, while building an organization that thrives on creative ideas, operational expertise and strategic thinking.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a Commercial Administrator for the Big Ten Network! In this role, the Commercial Administrator will work closely with programming teams to schedule inquiries and formats for specific live events. The Commercial Administrator will coordinate with Sales, Programming, and agencies for issues with missing commercial instructions, tapes, or filler elements. Organizational skills and attention to detail are key components to meeting daily copy deadlines.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare daily program/commercial logs for air
• Interface with Sales Coordination, Sales, Programming, On-air Promo, and Operations to ensure logs are completed and ready for air
• Ensure accuracy of logs to reflect the most recent program schedules in the correct formats
• Run appropriate checks in the system and verify with Sales Admin that any issues are covered on the log variance report
• Adjust log formats as necessary to ensure correct log timing
• Reconcile logs for advertiser billing
• Work with Sales or Live Operation teams to troubleshoot any post-log inquiries
• Ensure that commercials air in accordance with agency instruction
• Verify tickers, graphics, or other added-value placements as needed
• Work closely with programming teams to schedule inquiries and formats for specific live events
• Schedule contingency and alternate logs as directed by Programming and copy inventory as directed by Pricing & Planning
• Assist with other Commercial Administration duties as needed

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Exceptional organizational skills, time management skills, and attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate precise information clearly and accurately
• Basic mathematical and timing calculator skills
• Experience with Windows-based software and database programs, especially Excel
• Ability to exercise sound judgments within parameters as trained
• Ability to keep track of multiple requirements and know when to escalate an issue
• Ability to spot discrepancies and problem-solve using reports and other tools
• Ability to work in a high-pressure, deadline-driven environment while remaining professional
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize multiple responsibilities

NICE TO HAVE BUT NOT A DEALBREAKER

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
• Prior Commercial Administration/Agency/Traffic experience

#LI-DNI

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

At FOX, we foster a culture and environment where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. We are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent across our company. We live in a diverse world, with different ideas and different perspectives that come together to spark new ideas and make great things happen. That means reflecting the diversity of the world around us is critical to our company’s success. We ensure that our viewers, communities and employees feel heard, represented, and celebrated both on screen and off.
Click here to learn more about the diverse communities of people behind our brands. 

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is: $24.25-28.00 per hour for New York City and Westchester County, NY. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

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