Our Team 

National Geographic Channels are home to the most informative and educational programming on television, encompassing a range of disciplines such as nature, history, science, engineering, culture, people, and places. In partnership with the National Geographic Society—one of the largest scientific and education institutions in the world—National Geographic Channels take viewers on breathtaking adventures across the globe, championing preservation efforts and inspiring the explorer in each of us.

The Opportunity: Programming Assistant – National Geographic (1-year contract)

We are looking for a driven individual who has a passion for TV and the digital landscape and is keen to learn about new market trends, the latest competitor offerings and the fast changing industry we work in. To be successful in this role you will appreciate the details and importance of data, planning and scheduling in audience engagement and our channel and business strategy.

This role will be based in Hong Kong.

Your contribution to the team:

• Inputting data into OnAir and IBMS (internal scheduling system)
• Creating Monthly Highlights / Premiere List / TV Listings for relevant stakeholders
• Enter traditional and simplified Chinese information into the scheduling system for all three National Geographic channels (National Geographic, Nat Geo Wild and Nat Geo People)
• Basic data entry into video on demand scheduling system
• Create/Update Key Priorities Deck to local marketing offices
• Check Status and Manage inventory for Fox+.
• Direct Operations for Fox+ on MPX (Image Upload / Input Ratings / Availability Period) and Report Bugs / Re-publish.
• Support managing website and social media platforms.
• Ad Hoc Admin duties.

Your profile

• Hold a relevant Bachelor’s Degree 
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint applications
• Knowledge of scheduling systems
• Close attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• Ability to multitask in a fast paced work environment
• A good team player with professional drive
• Understanding of social media platforms.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Thrives under pressure and enjoys working in a high-intensity environment and able to meet tight deadlines
• Fluent in written, speaking and reading in English and Chinese. (Traditional and Simplified)

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.