In order to work in Ireland a non-EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid employment permit. Please review the Eligibility and requirements for an employment permit if you are unsure of your eligibility to apply for this vacancy. About the role: Reporting to the Programming Manager within the programming department the Scheduler / Planner is a core role that is responsible for strategic planning and creation of daily content and presentation schedules across the portfolio of Virgin Media Television channels including linear and FAST. Specific Duties & Tasks: Create a strategic forward planning schedule targeting the VMTV audience and maximising commercial share Utilise data insights to inform schedule planning Forecast and track cost against the channel output Build the daily presentation & continuity schedules Ensure programme material is correctly timed and with the right break pattern and parts Import break files and plan, and adjust commercial minutage with Traffic, ensuring we are compliant with regulations Prepare the VMTV schedules for the weekly publication deadline, the weekly listings and for programming meetings Update the VMTV channel schedule with programme changes Confirm Final Exchange listings with Publicity and communicate any late schedule changes Attend regular meetings with internal stakeholders including but not limited to Commissioning, Transmission, Acquisitions, Programming team Collaborate with Materials and Commissioning team as new titles are licenced Provide support for the VMTV group of channel schedulers and planners and backfill where required Reconcile and send the As-Run files as/when required Deliver a map of a strategy plan for their individual channels to Snr Management, where required Ensure that the content for output of all channels is kept to the highest broadcast standards Send the schedules to Transmission for broadcast after final time up and checks have been completed The above list is not exhaustive. You will be expected to perform duties as necessitated by your changing role and the overall business objectives of the Company, as directed Skills & Expertise: A keen interest in broadcasting and television programming Excellent organisational skills Unrelenting attention to detail and quality Excellent time management Excellent communication skills Ability to work under pressure and multitask in a constantly changing television environment At least two years’ experience in a comparable role The Person: Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to work as part of a team Professional demeanour with excellent verbal & written communication skills Good organisational, negotiation and problem resolution skills Demonstrates problem solving and analytical skills, getting to the heart of the matter Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, working well under pressure while also embracing change High attention to detail, someone who cares about the quality in everything they do A methodical approach to both daily tasks and project work Explores opportunities by being resourceful and self-motivating

Planner/Scheduler