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Nexstar Media Group

Traffic Coordinator

Tampa, FL · On-site

... television professions in markets across the country * Cross department collaboration with sales, engineering, master control, etc. * Processing of incoming orders and sales contract translation into ...

Tribune Media

Traffic Coordinator

Salt Lake City, UT

... television professions in markets across the country * Cross department collaboration with sales, engineering, master control, etc. * Processing of incoming orders and sales contract translation into ...

Tribune Media

Traffic Coordinator

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

... television professions in markets across the country * Cross department collaboration with sales, engineering, master control, etc. * Processing of incoming orders and sales contract translation into ...

Nexstar Media Group Inc.

Traffic Coordinator

Tampa, FL · On-site

... television professions in markets across the country * Cross department collaboration with sales, engineering, master control, etc. * Processing of incoming orders and sales contract translation into ...

Tribune Media

Traffic Coordinator

Tampa, FL · On-site

... television professions in markets across the country * Cross department collaboration with sales, engineering, master control, etc. * Processing of incoming orders and sales contract translation into ...

Nexstar Media Group

Traffic Coordinator

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

... television professions in markets across the country * Cross department collaboration with sales, engineering, master control, etc. * Processing of incoming orders and sales contract translation into ...

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How much do tv translator jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for tv translator in the United States is $57,200.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,000.00 and $57,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are TV Translators and what do they do?

TV Translators are broadcast relay stations that receive a television signal from a primary station and retransmit it to areas where direct reception is poor or unavailable. They help extend the coverage of TV broadcasts to rural or geographically challenging regions. TV Translators typically operate on different frequencies than the original signal and are crucial for ensuring wider access to television programming. Their operation is regulated by government agencies to avoid interference and maintain broadcast quality.

What is the difference between Tv Translator vs Subtitle Translator?

AspectTv TranslatorSubtitle Translator
CredentialsLanguage proficiency, translation certificationsLanguage proficiency, translation certifications
Work EnvironmentTelevision studios, remote work, media companiesMedia companies, freelance, remote work
Industry UsageBroadcasting, TV productionFilm and TV, streaming platforms
Common Search IntentTV translation jobs, TV translator rolesSubtitle translation, subtitle jobs

Tv Translators focus on translating spoken content for television broadcasts, often requiring synchronization with video. Subtitle Translators primarily work on translating written subtitles for films and shows, emphasizing accuracy and timing. While both roles require language skills and translation certifications, Tv Translators are more involved with live or recorded TV content, whereas Subtitle Translators work mainly on written text for various media platforms.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a TV Translator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a TV Translator, you need excellent proficiency in at least two languages, strong command of grammar, and a background in translation or linguistics. Familiarity with audiovisual translation software, subtitling tools, and sometimes certifications such as ATA or equivalent are commonly required. Attention to detail, cultural sensitivity, and strong time management are crucial soft skills in this role. These skills ensure accurate, culturally relevant, and timely translation of broadcast content for diverse audiences.

What are some common challenges faced by TV Translators when localizing content for different regions?

TV Translators often encounter challenges such as adapting cultural references, idioms, or humor that may not have direct equivalents in the target language. They must ensure that the translated content remains accurate, contextually relevant, and engaging for the local audience while adhering to broadcast standards and deadlines. Collaborating closely with editors, producers, and sometimes voice actors is crucial to maintain consistency and quality across episodes or series. Additionally, TV Translators may need to stay updated on current events and regional sensitivities to avoid miscommunication or offense.
Infographic showing various Tv Translator job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 82% In-person, 2% Hybrid, and 16% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,200 per year, or $27.5 per hour.
Traffic Coordinator

Traffic Coordinator

Nexstar Media Group

Tampa, FL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago

Nexstar Media Group rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 98 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

42nd of 65 rated media

Job description

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. has an immediate opening for a Traffic Coordinator! Do you have a knack for numbers? Are you a schedule follower? If keeping the largest television station ownership group in the country on-the-air and broadcasting around the clock could enhance your career journey, Nexstar Media Group invites you to be our next behind-the-scenes star. Help us broadcast and program commercials from coast to coast in Traffic operations hubs located in Tampa!
Nexstar owns America's largest local broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 117 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. In addition to delivering exceptional content and service to our communities, Nexstar provides premium multiplatform and video-on-demand advertising opportunities at scale for businesses and brands seeking to leverage the strong consumer engagement of our compelling content offering.
We are extremely proud of our collection of outstanding television stations, digital businesses and talented employees nationwide. Within Nexstar, we are investing and building for the future while forging a culture that promotes our entrepreneurial spirit, embraces bold thinking and challenges the conventional way. If you have curiosity, passion, are inclusive and collaborative, work with us and let's continue to make a difference for all our stakeholders ~ our colleagues, our customers, our owners, and the communities in which we operate.
What you'll accomplish as a Traffic Coordinator (Essential Duties):
  • Multitasking with new orders and adjustments to existing logs
  • Daily interaction with television professions in markets across the country
  • Cross department collaboration with sales, engineering, master control, etc.
  • Processing of incoming orders and sales contract translation into the sales module
  • Daily generation of commercial and programming logs for 200 stations in 117 markets
  • Scheduling commercials and applying traffic instructions to every scheduled commercial
  • Inventory control, database library management, broadcast automation, logistical issues
  • So much more

What you'll need as a Traffic Coordinator (Preferred Qualifications):
  • High school diploma
  • English language skills
  • Meticulous data-entry skills
  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
  • Knowledge of, and the ability to interpret, sales contracts
  • Ability to comply with deadlines and perform under pressure
  • Proficiency with computers and an ability to learn new software quickly
  • At least 1 year of experience in clerical support or administrative assistance

If this sounds like you, Nexstar Media Group could be your next home for thriving community involvement, omnichannel advertising innovation and supported career growth.
Nexstar offers full time employees a comprehensive benefits package to include medical, life and short-term disability insurance, worker's compensation, and unemployment insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, paid holidays, paid vacation, paid sick time, employee assistance program, bereavement leave, jury duty service time off, military leave and medical/maternity and family leave.
Nexstar is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining the industry's top talent. In compliance with the provisions of all applicable state and federal civil rights laws, every effort will be made to employ the most qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, sex, national origin, citizenship, veteran's status, sexual orientation, military status or any other protected personal characteristic. Additionally, it is and shall continue to be our policy to provide promotion and advancement opportunities within the Company in a nondiscriminatory fashion based on merit, qualifications and ability.

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About Nexstar Media Group

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Headquartered in Irving, Texas, Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is the largest local broadcast television group in the United States and one of the world’s leading diversified media companies. In June 2023, Nexstar marked 27 years of excellence in local programming and service since Perry A. Sook founded the company. Nexstar owns, operates, programs or provides sales and other services to 200 broadcast stations (including partner stations) and their related low power and digital multicast signals reaching 116 markets or more than 68% of all U.S. television households. Coupled with a growing portfolio of digital media marketing, advertising and content management platforms, Nexstar delivers powerful and innovative digital solutions and services to local and national media companies, advertisers, agencies and brands.

Industry

Broadcasting

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Irving, TX, US

Year founded

1996

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