Senior Communications Officer: Videographer REF: 62 /2024 (CC) at Departments: Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs

REQUIREMENTS: 

• The ideal candidate must be possession of a National Diploma or NQF level 6 qualification as recognised by SAQA in Visual Communication / Videography coupled with 1-3 years’ relevant experience in a multi-media environment; A valid Driver's Licence.  

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: 

The successful candidate must have:-

• knowledge of Video production, editing and video camera operation, Script writing for video, Digital assets management, Video duplication technology, Knowledge of corporate identity, Internal communication, Social Media Management, Public Service legislation and Policies, Communications Policy, Project Management, Video camera technique, Graphic composition, Lighting technique, Video editing and editing, software and hardware, Script writing, Knowledge of Digital Asset Management; Interviewing technique skills,
• Operating advanced video equipment, Computer literacy Writing, Design and layout, Problem solving, Decision making, Leadership, Project management, Listening, Time Management, Presentation; Meet deadlines and work under pressure, the ability to work in a team, creative ability, proactiveness, ability to communicate with all levels of society, ability to grasp concepts and formulate messages, approachable, able to network, Honest, Creative; Good communication with Internal staff and management, private sector organizations, public, other departments; Good Computer Literacy in Ms Office.  

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

 The successful candidate will be required to provide high quality videography and edited inserts for the Department with the following responsibilities:

•  Conduct video prep and production work;
• Conduct video post-production work; Archiving, logging and supply of footage;
• Provide proper care of the camera equipment and its accessories to ensure its longevity;
• Provide general administrative support for the unit.