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Non-Linear Scheduler, Fixed-Term Contract

National Geographic is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Non-Linear Scheduler to support the planning and execution of our non-linear programming strategy across Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA).

In this role, you will be responsible for building and maintaining monthly programming plans, coordinating content availability, managing metadata and VOD workflows, and ensuring content launches are delivered accurately and on time across multiple markets. You will work closely with Programming, Operations, Client Services and local market teams to bring National Geographic content to streaming and on-demand audiences.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a passion for television, factual content and content operations who enjoys working at the intersection of programming strategy, content planning and stakeholder collaboration.

You'll join a team grounded in our Disney values — acting with Integrity, welcoming everyone through Inclusion, embracing boundless Creativity, working together through Collaboration and caring deeply for our Community. These values shape how we work and how we support one another every day.

This fixed-term opportunity is available through to the end of the year and is based in Madrid, operating on a hybrid model with four days per week in the office.

What You Will Do

• Develop and maintain monthly non-linear programming schedules in line with programming strategy and audience objectives.
• Build and manage programming plans within scheduling systems, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.
• Curate content selections, collections and thematic programming initiatives to maximise audience engagement.
• Identify and programme suitable catalogue and library content, ensuring rights and licensing windows are respected.
• Coordinate content availability, metadata, localisation and delivery timelines across multiple territories.
• Manage VOD ordering processes and support monthly content launches.
• Validate metadata and ensure content information is accurate and compliant with operational requirements.
• Partner with local markets, Operations and Client Services teams to ensure successful implementation of programming plans.
• Contribute to programming discussions, content reviews and planning activities.
• Support accessibility initiatives and simultaneous multi-market launches.

What We Are Looking For

• A first experience in TV Programming, Programming Planning, Content Scheduling or a similar media environment.
• Strong understanding of content planning, scheduling, rights management and metadata workflows.
• Experience working with VOD, streaming platforms or non-linear content services.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.
• Proactive and solution-oriented mindset with excellent organisational skills.
• Passion for television, factual content and audience engagement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Media, Communications or a related discipline.
• Experience using scheduling or programming systems such as What's On (WON).
• Understanding of localisation workflows, content delivery and operational processes.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills.
• Experience working with factual, documentary or National Geographic-style content is desirable.
• Fluent English and Spanish.

The Walt Disney Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to be a diverse workforce that is representative of our audiences, and where all can thrive and belong. Disney is committed to forming a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided the necessary accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive all benefits of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.