The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC (SOC) Limited, is a Schedule 2 (Major Public Entity) entity in terms of the Public Finance Management Act NO. 1 of 1999, as amended. It was established through an Act of Parliament in 1936, which replaced the previous state-controlled African Broadcasting Corporation. This was followed by the enactment of the ...
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Provide quality scripts and clear voice-overs, including on-air broadcasts.
Research, investigate and break stories.
Maintain special focus areas (e.g. crime).
Give informative and well-researched input in live crossings and packaged content / stories.
Proficient in both Sesotho and English
Check facts, accuracy and quality of stories / content.
Set up and record interviews.
Meet story and broadcast deadlines.
Keep abreast of news events / developments.
Obtain broadcast quality audio-visuals and photographs for publication / posting, using relevant recording equipment, including smart phone.
Adhere to South Africa’s Constitution, all broadcasting and other legislation, ICASA’s licence conditions and regulations, the BCCSA and Press Council codes of conduct, including rulings, SABC News’ editorial policy, News and Current Affairs style-guide, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) etc.
REQUIREMENTS:
National Diploma / Degree in Journalism, Media Studies or relevant equivalent qualification (NQF 6 / 7)
Proficiency in the advertised indigenous broadcast language and English (read, write, and speak)
Understand current media trends and developments and also use / engage in multi-media platforms professionally
Good general knowledge
Computer literacy
Ability to interact with and manage different stakeholders