Intern: eNuus Producer/Writer at eMedia Investments

News Planning & Editorial Support

• Assist with the planning and preparation of daily news bulletins.
• Support the editorial team in identifying and researching news stories.
• Contribute to discussions on the day’s news agenda.
• Assist with writing and adapting Afrikaans news copy for television broadcasts.
• Ensure content aligns with eNuus editorial standards and audience expectations.

Content Production 

• Assist in researching and producing accurate, balanced and engaging news stories.
• Write scripts under editorial supervision.
• Assist with fact-checking and verifying information before broadcast.
• Help prepare broadcast inserts and supporting multimedia content.
• Assist with uploading content to relevant digital and multimedia platforms.
• Stay informed about current local, national and international news developments.

Technical Support

• Learn and use newsroom systems such as Dalet.
• Assist with selecting archive footage and relevant visuals.
• Support the editing of headlines, soundbites, overlays and broadcast elements.

Stakeholder & Team Collaboration

• Work closely with newsroom teams, technical staff and graphics designers to ensure smooth production.
• Coordinate with digital and social media teams to align broadcast content with online distribution.
• Maintain relationships with sources, experts and analysts for on-air insights and interviews.

Requirements

Qualifications

• National Senior Certificate is essential
• National Diploma in Journalism and/or Media Studies is essential