Programming Director Job Description, We’re looking for a Programming Director to take the lead in planning and managing the distribution of our content across all platforms. In this role, you’ll be responsible for building program schedules, ensuring that content is high-quality and on-brand, and ensuring that everything we produce connects with the right audience at the right time.
You’ll work closely with producers, advertisers, and creative teams to bring programming strategies to life. If you’re highly organized, creative, and know how to balance audience insights with business goals, this role could be a great fit.
What You’ll Do
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Create content and programming schedules designed to maximize audience engagement.
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Review and oversee content production to ensure quality and appropriateness.
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Assign roles and tasks to team members, keeping schedules and calendars on track.
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Coordinate activities across production, advertising, editing, and planning teams.
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Research and analyze viewership data and market trends to guide programming decisions.
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Identify opportunities to improve audience reach, brand awareness, and revenue.
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Present reports and insights on programming performance to management.
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Build strong relationships with producers, advertisers, and content creators.
What We’re Looking For
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A bachelor’s degree in Film Production, Business, Marketing, Sales, or a related field.
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At least 2 years of experience in media leadership (e.g., station manager, newscast director, or production director).
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Strong project management and leadership skills.
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A solid understanding of technical, legal, and operational aspects of media programming.
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Familiarity with production methods, distribution channels, and entertainment platforms.
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Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
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Critical thinking and decision-making abilities.
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Strong organizational and planning skills, with the confidence to delegate effectively.
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Creative, strategic, and results-driven mindset.
Why This Role Matters
As a Programming Director, you’ll shape the way our audiences experience our brand. From building schedules to ensuring content meets audience needs, your work will have a direct impact on engagement, reach, and business growth.
If you’re excited about combining creativity, strategy, and leadership to deliver compelling media experiences, we’d love to have you on our team.
