Programming Coordinator

Job Posting Title:

Programming Coordinator

Req ID:

10162878

Job Description:

About the Role & Team  

The purpose of this role is to have an in house individual who is fully dedicated to creating correct daily playlists for Disney Media Thematic Channels. This individual is expected to be well aware of the ad sales requirements, as well as the promo and programming strategies; and to have full control over the

implementation.

Values

You’ll join a team grounded in our Disney values — acting with Integrity, welcoming everyone through Inclusion, embracing boundless Creativity, working together through Collaboration and caring deeply for our Community. These values shape how we work and how we support one another every day.  

What You Will Do  

· Preparing and timing of the daily transmission log to agreed tolerances and regulations, ensuring

accuracy, completeness and delivery according to proscribed schedules.

· Checking programme information is as planned; and scheduling all short form elements, - including

ad sales airtime bookings, strategic on air promotion campaigns, presentation and continuity

elements and secondary events.

· Have an in-depth knowledge of all promo and graphic elements used in breaks, their correct

terms/names and functionality.

· Ensuring all the scheduling outputs are in line with local compliance and Disney Internal Policies.

· Working with the Programming Manager to ensure the break patterns are correctly utilized to ensure

maximum effectiveness of break-flow.

· Effectively and efficiently manage programme, ad sales and promotional changes.

· Have a good knowledge of the Channels’ software, technology and operations required to perform

duties and act as a resource to others to support their learning.

· Using the software tools at hand to best effectiveness and cooperating in the adaptations of new

systems or new versions (ie. What’s On and/or Winchester) to implement the best possible airtime

strategy.

· Performing the editorial fine tuning operation in the daily playlists (including but not limited to

program start time checks, filler/epk usage, promo/commercial placements) before sharing with the

Playout on the agreed daily deadline.

· Identifying the weekly promo priorities and sharing with Programming, On-air and Marketing Teams

and apply the feedback received from these departments to weekly planning

· Checking promo availability dates and liaise with On-Air Coordinator to ensure promo strategy is

fully reflected in playlists.

· Staying up to date on programming highlights of all Thematic Channels (FX, FX Life, National

Geographic, Wild, Disney Junior, Disney Channel, etc) by attending and participating in monthly

highlights meetings.

The Walt Disney Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to be a diverse workforce that is representative of our audiences, and where all can thrive and belong. Disney is committed to forming a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. 

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Job Posting Segment:

EMEA Operations

Job Posting Primary Business:

EMEA Media Networks

Primary Job Posting Category:

Programming

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Athens, Greece

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2026-10-20