e.tv is South Africa’s biggest independent and free-to-air television channel. Established in 1998, the channel has been in existence for over two decades and appeals to all races, genders, ages and income groups.
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Reporting to the Channel Head, the key performance areas include but are not limited to:
Research
Researching potential international programming for eMedia channels and provide feedback to Channel Head.
View screeners as and when required, briefing Channel Head of programming of potential interest.
Liaising with potential and existing suppliers for information and screeners, providing feedback to Channel Head.
Assisting in the compilation and distribution of programming reports for the various channels.
Inventory
Monitoring inventory (both series and movies) in terms of expiries, programme costs and maximising use of content and alerting Channel Head of potential problems.
Monitoring the inventory recon of all international programming received and licensed when necessary
Checking existing inventory for slot suitability and advising Channel Head of potential problems
Ensuring that any programming, scheduling and/or contractual errors or discrepancies loaded in the Broadcast Management System(s) are clearly communicated to the relevant department(s)
Planning
Assisting with the preparation and maintenance of long-term and monthly schedules under supervision of the Channel Head this includes but is not limited to updating costs, transmission info, runs, expiries, synopses, cast, age classification and durations.
Assisting with compilation of monthly highlights for various channels.
Assisting other departments (particularly Marketing, Creative Services and Commercial Time Sales) on information regarding new international programming.
Requirements
A minimum of a National Diploma or a Bachelors Degree in Film / Television is essential.