Traffic and Inventory Specialist at TEGNA Inc.

At TEGNA, we are committed to serving local communities across the United States through trustworthy journalism and engaging content. Our mission is to provide the tools that help people navigate their daily lives while offering customized marketing solutions that help businesses thrive. With 64 television stations across 51 markets, we reach approximately 100 million people every month through our digital platforms, streaming services, and linear television. We are looking for a dedicated professional to join our team and help us continue this vital work.

The role

We are seeking a Traffic and Inventory Specialist to join our team on a full-time, hybrid basis. This is a mid-level position reporting directly to the Director of Marketing Operations. You will play a key role in managing on-air inventory and supporting our digital campaigns across multiple stations. While this role can be based at any of our TEGNA station locations, we have a preference for candidates located in Dallas, Texas.

Core responsibilities

• Execute the entry of traffic instructions for marketing assets with high accuracy while providing excellent service to our clients, agencies, and internal stakeholders.
• Manage and maintain the end-to-end processes for our digital product line, including proposal delivery and asset trafficking.
• Collaborate closely with sales teams, marketing producers, and external partners to ensure all commercial materials are processed, quality-checked, and ready for broadcast or digital distribution under tight deadlines.

Skills and experience

To be successful in this role, you should have a strong background in broadcast or digital media operations. We are looking for the following qualifications:

• At least 2 years of experience in traffic or sales support within the broadcast, cable, digital, or radio industries.
• Proficiency with WideOrbit traffic software is required.
• Strong familiarity with Microsoft Office, specifically Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Experience with Salesforce or other CRM platforms is preferred.
• Exceptional organizational skills, a high level of attention to detail, and the ability to solve problems quickly under pressure.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Compensation and benefits

The salary range for this position is $55,000 to $65,000 per year. We provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health and well-being of our employees and their families, including:

• Medical insurance with two plan options, plus dental and vision coverage.
• Life and disability insurance.
• A 401(k) program with a company match of up to 4% of your pay.
• Generous paid time off and nine paid holidays per year.
• Access to virtual doctor appointments and annual therapy sessions.
• Fertility, surrogacy, and adoption assistance.
• A flexible hybrid work environment.

How to apply

If you are a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application through our official portal. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you require any accommodations during the application process, please reach out to our human resources team.