Coordinator Air Operations

Job Description

This Position is responsible for all Live Tournaments and News programming on the Golf Channel. Working closely with the News/Studio teams, Tournament Producers and AD’s to ensure smooth transitions between Tournament programming and News Programming in a 24/7 capacity. Will also work closely with the Network Operations, Sales Ops, Traffic to cutdown tournaments to fit replay windows and time out the network until the next live programming windows.

Also responsible for the Golf Channel Ticker, ensuring scores are accurate and updating correctly, keeping up with breaking news and promoting the USA Sports programming.

• Manage Golf Channel’s Live programming and Taped Tournaments, including but not limited to management of 2000+ hours of live programming
• On-call for breaking news and off‑hour program changes
• Screen and segment Tournament first airs for Asian Tour and Ladies European Tour tournaments 25 weeks a year
• Manage Studio and Tournament break expectations when live events run long
• Work with Sales/Traffic/News to gather and communicate information accordingly
• Time out and put together tournament replays after each day
• Make schedule adjustments when network is off schedule due to tournaments running longer than scheduled
• Work with Sales and Commercial Operations to build out weekly contingency information based on Golf Channel’s tournament and news programming schedule
• Manage and control Golf Channel Ticker content and Program Alerts on a weekly basis
• Build scores for the major tours and smaller events (PGA of America, USGA, collegiate and amateur events)
• Create breaking news content for ticker as news happens
• Work with departments on various network initiatives to promote brands and events
• Build out network bug schedule for the week depending on Tours airing that week

• Bachelor’s degree in media, communications or equivalent work experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, with emphasis on proficiency with Excel
• Must be able to work under tight deadlines
• Willingness to be an individual contributor while working within a team environment and contribute to the overall brand’s growth and success

• Must submit a resume for this job online to be considered
• Must be willing to work in Stamford CT
• Must have work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be 18 years or older
• Must have ability to work flexible hours including weekends and evenings, and/or overnight depending on live tournament schedule

• Keen interest in USA Sports shows and properties
• Knowledge and passion for sports and sports media
• Professional communication skills
• Outstanding organizational skills
• Adaptability to changing priorities and workloads
• Detail and deadline oriented
• Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks at any given time

Hybrid:
This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in‑person interview with a VERSANT employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. VERSANT’s policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to candida tea

VERSANT is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. We include a good faith pay range for each position to comply with applicable state and local pay transparency laws and to promote equity across our organization. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as the candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, and location and may include additional forms of compensation and benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, etc.