Jamal Cole
New York,NY
Summary
Professional with strong background in strategic planning and operational efficiency. Known for fostering teamwork and driving results, ensuring adaptability in dynamic environments. Skilled in project management, resource allocation, and process improvement. Highly reliable and capable of meeting organizational goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Scheduling and Program Planning Manager
MTV, MTV2 & Logo (subsidiaries of Paramount Global)
01.2022 - Current
- Primary scheduler for MTV2, responsible for the creation and implementation of the linear schedule and programming stunts, helping to create on-brand, ratings-generating opportunities with viewer, advertiser and press appeal
- Works closely with senior management to develop effective programming strategies needed to hit network goals and ratings targets
- Responsible for the planning and execution of various MTV and Logo FAST channels for Pluto TV
- Extensive experience presenting MTV2 programming strategy and schedule to senior executives
- Monitors competitive networks, recommending schedule adjustments and tactics to achieve ratings goals
- Primarily responsible for MTV2 asset management and scheduling within internal database
- Works closely with Multiplatform team on VOD asset management and scheduling
- Works closely with Marketing, Traffic and Sales teams to ensure strategic alignment across all areas
- Identifies acquired programming needs and makes recommendations for potential acquisitions and scheduling tactics
- Provides additional ad-hoc programming support to MTV Scheduling and Program Planning team
Scheduling and Program Planning Senior Coordinator
MTV, MTV2 & Logo (subsidiaries of Paramount Global)
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Works closely with senior management to develop effective programming strategies needed to hit network goals and ratings targets
- Responsible for the planning and execution of various MTV and Logo FAST channels for Pluto TV
- Extensive experience presenting MTV2 programming strategy and schedule to senior executives
- Monitors competitive networks, recommending schedule adjustments and tactics to achieve ratings goals
- Primarily responsible for MTV2 asset management and scheduling within internal database
- Works closely with Multiplatform team on VOD asset management and scheduling
- Works closely with Marketing, Traffic and Sales teams to ensure strategic alignment across all areas
- Identifies acquired programming needs and makes recommendations for potential acquisitions and scheduling tactics
- Provides additional ad-hoc programming support to MTV Scheduling and Program Planning team
Scheduling and Program Planning Coordinator
MTV, MTV2 & Logo (subsidiaries of Paramount Global)
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Works closely with senior management to develop effective programming strategies needed to hit network goals and ratings targets
- Responsible for the planning and execution of various MTV and Logo FAST channels for Pluto TV
- Extensive experience presenting MTV2 programming strategy and schedule to senior executives
- Monitors competitive networks, recommending schedule adjustments and tactics to achieve ratings goals
- Primarily responsible for MTV2 asset management and scheduling within internal database
- Works closely with Multiplatform team on VOD asset management and scheduling
- Works closely with Marketing, Traffic and Sales teams to ensure strategic alignment across all areas
- Identifies acquired programming needs and makes recommendations for potential acquisitions and scheduling tactics
- Provides additional ad-hoc programming support to MTV Scheduling and Program Planning team
Programming Intern
BET Networks (a subsidiary of Paramount Global)
01.2016 - 05.2016
- Worked closely with management to develop effective programming strategies needed to hit network goals and ratings targets
- Built and edited decks for senior staff, ratings and revenue, marketing, program operations and strategy meetings
- Monitored competitive networks, recommending schedule adjustments and tactics to achieve ratings goals
- Assisted with the ideation and implementation of various programming stunts meant to drive ratings gains
- Screened and reviewed potential movie and series acquisitions
- Assisted with daily administrative tasks
Department Assistant
Logo (a subsidiary of Paramount Global)
01.2016 - 01.2016
- Worked closely with management to develop effective programming strategies needed to hit network goals and ratings targets
- Provided daily administrative support to the SVP of Program Planning, VH1 & Logo
- Assisted with the creation and implementation of all programming stunts, helping create on-brand, ratings-generating opportunities with viewer, advertiser and press appeal
- Assisted with daily administrative tasks and ad-hoc scheduling needs
Education
Bachelor of Science - Media, Culture, and Communications
New York University Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development
New York, NY05.2016
Skills
- Proficient in developing and executing content distribution strategies across multiple platforms
- Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Drive applications and Airtable
- Adept in team collaboration and executive communication
- Skilled in utilizing Jira and Salesforce for project tracking
- Proficient in program scheduling software
- Skilled in leveraging social media for engagement and outreach
Timeline
Scheduling and Program Planning Manager
MTV, MTV2 & Logo (subsidiaries of Paramount Global)
01.2022 - Current
Scheduling and Program Planning Senior Coordinator
MTV, MTV2 & Logo (subsidiaries of Paramount Global)
01.2020 - 01.2022
Scheduling and Program Planning Coordinator
MTV, MTV2 & Logo (subsidiaries of Paramount Global)
01.2016 - 01.2020
Programming Intern
BET Networks (a subsidiary of Paramount Global)
01.2016 - 05.2016
Department Assistant
Logo (a subsidiary of Paramount Global)
01.2016 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Science - Media, Culture, and Communications
New York University Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development
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