Scheduler (Broadcast / Programming Scheduler) at Zinajob Synergy

Zinajob is an employment and recruitment platform operating in Nigeria, serving as a hub connecting job seekers with open career opportunities across the country. 

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Scheduler (Broadcast / Programming Scheduler)

Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Purpose

• The Scheduler is responsible for planning, compiling, and maintaining HipTV's on-air transmission schedule and daily programme log.
• This role ensures that programmes, promos, and commercial breaks air in the correct sequence and at the correct time, in line with editorial strategy, sales commitments, and Nigerian Broadcasting Commission (NBC) regulations.
• The Scheduler acts as the link between Programming, Production, Traffic/Sales, and Master Control, keeping the transmission log accurate and conflict-free.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain the daily, weekly, and monthly transmission schedule and programme log across all HipTV channels/platforms.
• Input and update programme, promo, and commercial placements in the traffic/playout system, ensuring accuracy of durations and sequencing.
• Coordinate with Production to confirm content is delivered, quality-checked, and ready ahead of scheduled air dates.
• Liaise with the Sales/Traffic team to slot commercials and sponsored content according to contracted spots, avoiding clashes or under-delivery.
• Monitor the schedule in real time and manage last-minute changes — breaking news, technical issues, or content substitutions — with minimal disruption to transmission.
• Ensure all scheduling complies with the NBC Code and internal content standards, including watershed/content classification rules.
• Maintain accurate as-run logs and reconcile them against the planned schedule for reporting and billing purposes.
• Prepare and circulate the schedule/EPG (Electronic Programme Guide) information to internal teams, listings providers, and digital/social platforms.
• Flag scheduling conflicts, gaps, or repeat-heavy periods early, and propose adjustments to optimise viewership and ad inventory.
• Maintain organised records of rights windows, repeat limits, and licence expiry dates for acquired content.
• Support the Head of Programming with scheduling data and performance insights for planning decisions.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mass Communication, Media Studies, Broadcasting, or a related field.
• 2–4 years' experience in a broadcast scheduling, traffic, or programming role within a TV station or media company.
• Working knowledge of broadcast traffic/playout systems (e.g., WideOrbit, iTX, or similar) is an advantage.
• Familiarity with the NBC Broadcasting Code and general content compliance standards in Nigeria.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and comfort working with scheduling or database software.

Skills & Competencies:

• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy under time pressure.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple, simultaneous deadlines.
• Clear communication and cross-functional coordination skills.
• Calm, solution-focused approach to last-minute changes and live-transmission pressure.
• Basic understanding of audience viewing patterns and how scheduling affects ratings.

Application Closing Date
20th July, 2026. 

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: info@zinajob.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.