Scheduling Associate

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At Entain Australia & New Zealand, as the customer is at the centre of what we do. Our customers have a direct and intimate relationship with the output of our Live Channels. As the Scheduling Associate, you'll be responsible for gathering Live Racing information and assisting Live Channel Schedulers with the creation of Live Channel rundowns. The creation of accurate rundowns allows for fewer on-air errors and more opportunities for Entain customers to engage with our live racing content.

The Scheduling Associate would also collate and generate reports of channel performance (technical and audience) to ensure that any technical Issues are flagged and dealt with and that the Head of Group, Programming and Performance Is able to make timely and accurate strategic decisions in the best interests of Entain customers.
This is a casual position (up to 3 days per week) with weekend work required.

Where and how you can work...
This role can be located in our Sydney or Wellington office. At Entain AUS & NZ, we value a flexible work environment and support a hybrid working model, allowing employees to spend two days a week at the office, ensuring work-life balance and individual preferences.

Your day-to-day...

• Using Entain Scheduling Software (ESS), produce daily running orders for two separate live-in-app streaming channels that allow for a maximum volume of races to be broadcast without interruption.
• Supply metadata that allows the playout team to make informed decisions, In line with Entain's prioritisation guidelines.
• Collect and collate feedback from playout teams with regard to streaming technical Issues eg: vision dropouts, audio Issues, race clashes and non-delivery of feeds.

• Liaise with playout teams on any last-minute time changes to ensure the customer Is always presented with the best content.
• Using the Self-Service Dashboard created by Entain Marketing Insights, produce regular reports to the Head of Group, Programming and Performance detailing customer engagement with Live Channels.
• Working with Live Channel Schedulers, consistently planning to support Live Channel Scheduler's ability to communicate with Entain Brand Marketing Teams.

What you’ll bring...

• A genuine passion for the media industry with an eagerness to dive into the intricacies of live channel scheduling and content optimization.
• Attention to detail is essential, guaranteeing seamless live racing experiences for Entain customers.
• Strong planning and organizational skills, you excel in managing tasks efficiently and effectively.

• Previous hands-on experience with Microsoft Excel and PowerBI is highly valued.
• A background or interest in wagering or racing (helpful but not essential).

Entain Lifestyle...

• Indulge in a range of wellness benefits through our wellness calendar, including, heavily subsidized gym memberships and other paid-for services.
•  Enjoy the convenience of a free onsite barista and a fully stocked fridge and pantry, ensuring breakfast and lunch are taken care of.
• A wealth of learning and development opportunities, empowering you to broaden your expertise and professional growth.
• Company-wide events designed to honour and celebrate the outstanding achievements of our exceptional team.
• We LOVE Entertainment, and Racing and Sports are at the heart of everything we do. So, it only makes sense that we provide access to staff giveaways to sporting and racing events.

Who are we?

At Entain Australia & New Zealand, we're on a mission to revolutionise the world of sports and gaming venue entertainment. We're the home of Australia and New Zealand's best gaming and tech talent, with a passion for pushing boundaries and creating unforgettable experiences.

 We have a host of leading brands under the Entain umbrella – our customers can experience the best of sports betting and entertainment with Ladbrokes Australia and neds, where together they provide thrilling avenues for sports enthusiasts and racing aficionados alike. Through Entain Venues, our venue partners offer non-stop entertainment through our line-up of brands from the Australian Poker League and SportsPick to the challenges of InnQUIZitive and many more. 

We're also proud to support racing and sport in New Zealand through our 25-year strategic partnership with TAB NZ. The TAB brand in New Zealand connects enthusiasts to the heart of the action, whether it's horse racing, greyhounds, or a variety of thrilling sports.

As a global employer, Entain is committed to providing a safe, fun, and inclusive culture where our people feel like they truly belong. We are a multicultural business that values, celebrates and respects individual differences, so whatever your sexuality, gender, gender identity, ability, age, race, religion, or belief, you will have a voice here, and the space to do your best work. Our diverse internal networks provide support for you to express your views and make a positive difference.

For more information, please reach out to us at *******@entaingroup.com.au or hit apply now.