Manager, Programming (FAST)

Job DescriptionJob Requisition ID: 42073Job Closing Date: 06/01/2026New York, USA, 10036| New York, USA, 10036JOB DETAILSJOB BAND: CCONTRACT TYPE: Permanent, Full-timeDEPARTMENT: FASTLOCATION: New York - HybridPROPOSED SALARY RANGE: $80,000 - $90,000 depending on relevant skills, knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights.WE ARE BBC STUDIOSA globally renowned media company borne of the BBC. We make and distribute the world's most sought-after TV, audio and digital content.Our ambition is to be the home of the most powerful, entertaining, and inspiring stories for people all around the world.PURPOSE OF THE ROLEThe Manager, Programming (FAST) will steer content planning, scheduling, marketing and performance analytics for active BBC Studios free ad-supported streaming television (FAST) propositions.With the support of operations, marketing and creative services resources, the Manager, Programming (FAST), will work directly with platforms to optimize viewer retention and engagement for BBC Studios North America and Latin America's growing portfolio of FAST Channels. The successful candidate will focus on audience insights and channel development, using key performance indicators to assess and reactively refine scheduling strategies, and execute audience-building programming stunts.YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACTPlan and execute on FAST scheduling across a portfolio of channels from launch to long range planningWork directly with 3rd party content integration vendors to schedule and deliver our portfolio of FAST channels to partnered FAST platforms.Become an expert in the BBC catalogue and use insights to build and iterate programming strategies and channel schedulesWork directly with FAST platforms to align with their marketing activity calendarsSeek out opportunities to pitch timely, relevant, BBC Studios-led content scheduling initiatives that dovetail with client objectives and drive audience appetiteManage day-to-day FAST channel scheduling, insights analysis, and programming stuntsOwn and distribute weekly and monthly schedules, marketing highlights and new content avails to clients and internal staffManage a scalable daily data dashboard to track KPIs across all channels, regularly summarizing key findings to senior stakeholdersYOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCEInterpret and use viewership data to continually optimize performance of channels and develop a sophisticated audience profile per channel.Work with platforms to identify and develop impactful channel-specific content buckets, tactically refreshing channel feeds to increase long term audience retentionBuild curated programming stunts to highlight timely, topical, or premium content that will resonate with viewers and attract new audiencesLiaise with a team of creative services resources to develop and deliver custom platform graphics, promotional videos and other assets to key platform partners.Regularly report on the outcome of content strategies to key stakeholdersWork closely with AVOD, SVOD and Home Entertainment sales leads to optimize go-to-market strategies for both new key titles and existing premium library content.ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:* 1+ years' experience in a television programming, linear/digital marketing, or streaming video client managementDESIRED BUT NOT REQUIRED:Bachelor's Degree, or equivalent professional experienceKnowledge of the US FAST marketplaceExperience with marketing campaigns and creative services briefsDetailed knowledge of the Microsoft Office suiteExperience with FAST vendors and content management systems preferredAbility to act as a BBC and/or British content evangelistAbility to manage and action on sophisticated data and analytics dashboardsStrong analytical, mathematical, and written and verbal communication skillsStrong interpersonal skills; able to work across teams, departments and countriesAbility to work independently and confidently connect with new businessesAbility to work in an open, collaborative, flexible team environmentAbility to work under pressure and to meet deadlinesBENEFITS AND PERKS100% Employer-Paid Medical and Dental Insurance (PPO plans)Generous Paid Time OffFlexible, Hybrid Working ArrangementsWork/life balanceFree Retirement Consulting To All employeesPet InsuranceCommuter BenefitsGym ReimbursementCOMPENSATIONThe anticipated annual base salary for this position is $80,000 to $90,000. This range does not include bonus compensation or other benefits that an individual may be eligible for. The actual base salary offered depends on the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and geographic location of the position.This range is not inclusive of a competitive bonus, flexible, hybrid working schedule & benefits including but not limited to: 100% BBCS covered medical & dental insurance, vision, & 401k match.