Traffic Copy Editor, WXMI

Employer The E.W. Scripps Company
Location Grand Rapids, MI
Type Full time
Apply by Deadline—Open until filled
More details https://wisc.joinhandshake.com/jobs/10016183?searchId=
Posted on August 11, 2025

Description

Are you a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment? Join our team at WXMI as a Traffic Coordinator where you’ll play a crucial role in ensuring our advertisers’ messages reach their intended audiences with precision and accuracy.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:
• Secure and enter advertising traffic instructions for advertisers
• Enter copy information using ad management traffic software
• Maintain instruction files, tape library, and various other traffic functions
• Work closely with account executives, traffic management, clients and agencies
• Act as back-up to traffic log editor, ensuring commercials are scheduled in appropriate time slots
• Provide engineering department with necessary information for commercial placement
• May require limited overtime to cover vacations and holidays

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 1 year minimum related experience preferred
• Previous broadcast experience with ad management and traffic systems (WideOrbit, OSI, etc.) desirable

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:
• Proficiency with MS Office products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Ability to adhere to strict deadlines and complete work accurately
• Adaptability and flexibility to shift focus in fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Team-oriented approach and experience working in collaborative settings
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Strict attention to detail
• Strong problem-solving abilities

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
• Standard office environment

Apply online.

Deadline—Open until filled.