Broadcast Technician, Journalism at Durban University of Technology

Minimum Requirements:

• A Bachelor of Technology Degree in Entertainment Technology or Screen Arts and Design/Video Technology or related qualification.
• At least three years of practical experience in broadcasting, including multimedia components (audio and video).

 Additional Requirements:

• Experience working within television and radio studios including proficiency in editing software for broadcast.
• Experience working within campus media at a university.

Summary of Duties:

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Work in the Journalism Programme’s broadcast suites and laboratories;
• Oversee broadcasting production in the Programme; including radio and television services and equipment (they should be especially knowledgeable and proficient in manning the console for radio).
• Have experience in the latest software related to broadcast production;
• Have experience in emerging technologies within the media landscape for the Fourth/Fifth Industrial Revolution (4IR);
• Ensure the security of equipment in computer laboratories, edit suites, TV and radio studios;
• Ensure basic functioning and maintenance of electronic equipment and studios;
• Assist in tutoring students, including practical training;
• Be involved in the booking and maintenance of the usage of various facilities and equipment;
• Engage in administration duties and identify equipment that is to be sent for repairs;
• Participate in programme and faculty activities as needed;
• Be involved in ordering equipment and interfacing with suppliers, finance, and procurement, especially regarding updates and maintenance.
• Update hardware and software.
• Support lecturing staff, students, and Credible Source (the Programme’s simulated newscaster) with broadcasting needs.