The duties of the radio/TV programmer

The radio/TV programmer must apply the editorial line defined by the program director. They must ensure that TV programs are broadcast every minute of the year. They check the state of the program stock for which they hold broadcast rights, determine the volume of each category of programs that must be created by producers, monitor their deliveries and their technical and legal compliance, have the channel’s promotional packaging produced, and ensure the application of broadcast contracts for programs and advertisements.

They constantly monitor the audience results of programs and may recommend changes to the direction of the program schedule.

Become a radio/TV programmer

What skills are required to become a radio/TV programmer?

The radio/TV programmer must know the regulatory constraints of broadcasting and the contractual constraints of production, take a marketing approach to broadcasting issues, and know public tastes and program trends among producers and distributors. They must also be aware of advertising issues and on-air branding.

How to Become a Radio/TV Programmer?

Program to Become a Radio/TV Programmer

To become a radio/TV programmer, IESA arts&culture offers a Master in Audiovisual and Film Production Admission after Bac+3

What is the status of a radio/TV programmer?

The radio/TV programmer is an employee of a television or radio channel, at executive level.

What career progression is there for a radio/TV programmer?

The radio/TV programmer naturally progresses to head of a programming unit, then director of scheduling, then of programs.

What Is the Salary of a Radio/TV Programmer?

The salary of a radio/TV programmer starts at €2,300 per month (Source CIDJ, 2024).