Scheduling Manager

Who we are:

AMC Networks International (AMCNI), the global division of AMC Networks, delivers entertaining and acclaimed programming that reaches subscribers in more than 130 countries and territories. AMCNI consists of global brands, AMC and SundanceTV, as well as popular, locally recognized channels in various programming genres. We value diversity and inclusion because we know that people from different backgrounds with different points of view, working together, is essential to our continued success. Join us as we look to further our future as the place where the world’s best stories are told.

The Role:

You will manage and lead a team of Presentation Schedulers as well as the responsibility for the preparation of accurate and compliant micro (presentation) schedules ready for transmission for AMC Zone feeds as directed. You will oversee presentation of AMC Zone channels broadcast across the UK.

Our offering:

This role is based in the UK and working from our offices in Soho (2 days per week) and remotely from home for 3 days. We offer a supportive work environment, private medical & dental insurance, 25 days holiday and a generous pension scheme. Our offices have an on-site gym, free snacks and a great location in the centre of London.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

• Manage and lead a team of Presentation Schedulers across the UK region.
• Check monthly macro-schedules, including titles, episodes and templates and break patterns to meet strict deadlines
• Export break patterns to the commercial sales house 2 months in advance
• Create micro-schedules with on air presentation elements i.e. promotions/ idents/Sponsorship /auto menus /end credit pull backs / continuity etc
• Provide a 24-hour service for any problems which occur in transmission that might jeopardise the channel transmission
• Check and enter monthly promotional material ready for transmission
• Mentor team of Presentation Schedulers through measurable objective setting projects

Key Competencies Required:

• Experience in a leadership position with ability to lead and motivate a small team
• A self-motivated and reliable individual who can demonstrate the ability to meet tight deadlines whilst maintaining accuracy at all times
• Methodical and organised with an eye for detail essential
• Calm under pressure - and a team player with initiative
• With a proven interest in television, ability to critically evaluate the on-air presentation of other channels
• Experience in presentation scheduling preferred, as is working knowledge of the broadcast industry
• Knowledge of Provys scheduling systems an advantage
• An eye for creativity is desirable as work directly influences the output of AMC Zone channels
• Some experience of ‘live transmission’ preferred but not essential
• Confident in building and maintaining key relationships both internally and externally
• To have a broad understanding of Ofcom rules and regulations