VP, Content Strategy, Scheduling and Operations

VP, Content Strategy, Scheduling and Operations

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Weigel Broadcasting Co. is a family‑owned media company based in Chicago, Illinois. The company owns and operates national television networks as well as local broadcast stations throughout the United States. Weigel is a leader in broadcast television with brands such as MeTV, Memorable Entertainment Television, the Movies! Network, Heroes & Icons (H&I), Start TV, Dabl, and the MeTV Toons Network. The company also produces original network programs including Svengoolie
, Toon In With Me
, and Collector’s Call
. Local stations include CBS, ABC, The CW, MyNetwork

TV, Telemundo, and Univision affiliates, providing a mix of entertainment, local news, and sports in 29 U.S. markets including New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago. For more information, visit

The VP Content Strategy, Scheduling & Operations position is responsible for strategizing program schedules and rollouts for a number of Weigel networks. The role collaborates with the SVP of Content Strategy, oversees day‑to‑day scheduling and operations, creates and manages event and stunt initiatives with the scheduling team, and coordinates with the Acquisitions Lead for future programming. The VP works with the Research Team to monitor network performance, adjust scheduling based on data, and track network competition.

• Passion for TV and movies with knowledge of various television genres, including classic TV.
• Awareness of the TV landscape, including networks and additional platforms.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Utilize program management systems (preferred).
• Other duties as assigned.

• In‑office requirement.
• 10–12 years of increasing responsibility in programming television networks or local stations.
• At least 5 years in a leadership role.

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance package.
• Long‑term disability insurance.
• HSA plan.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Vacation/PTO/sick/personal paid holidays.
• Paid qualified‑FMLA leave.
• Paid parental leave.
• Tax‑free transit.
• Discounted parking access.
• Convenient access to highways and public transportation.
• Located one block from the famed "Restaurant Row".

Weigel Broadcasting Co. maintains an Equal Employment Opportunity Policy for all applicants and employees. We give fair consideration to all qualified persons and afford all our employees opportunities for advancement according to their individual abilities, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age or sex, or other protected categories. No opportunities for promotion, transfer or any other benefit of employment will be diminished through discriminatory practices.

Employees or prospective employees have the right to notify an appropriate local, state, federal agency if they believe they have been discriminated against.

The pay rate/range for this role is $–$ annually, with the final offer dependent on education, skills, experience, and location. 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 align with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.