Media & Sales Job Openings at Media24 (Pty) Ltd

Part of Media24, NB Publishers is a leading local publishing house dedicated to creating books that are relevant, entertain and inspire, and educate and inform. We publish books for children and young adults, adult fiction and nonfiction, dictionaries and educational books, and are proud to work with many of South Africa’s most widely read authors. We offer market-related salaries and benefits, and a stimulating, supportive environment where team work is encouraged and excellence is recognised. 

The Publishing Assistant's key responsibilities are:

• handling all administrative functions regarding manuscript submissions, payment of freelancers and competitions
• restructuring and reformatting manuscripts
• checking page proofs
• general support to editorial staff, also with regards to e-book publications
• general administrative support, including reception and general enquiries
• liaison with authors and freelancers

Requirements:

• a B degree or relevant general administrative/secretarial experience
• computer literate (MS Word, MS Teams, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)
• an interest in the local publishing industry
• fluent in Afrikaans and English with excellent written and verbal language skills
• excellent organisational abilities and keeps to deadlines
• a team player with good interpersonal relationships
• energetic, flexible, a problem-solver  
• experience of the book industry and knowledge of the editorial process, as well as Bookmaster, will be an advantage

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Main Purpose of the Job            

Print and online advertising (Beeld, Rapport, City Press, News24 and Netwerk24) sales

Responsible and accountable for managing the relationship, advertising activities and revenue inflow from advertising clients

Job Outputs     

• Present, promote and sell products/services using solid arguments to existing and prospective customers
• Perform cost-benefit and needs analysis of existing/potential customers to meet their needs
• Establish, develop, and maintain positive business and customer relationships
• Reach out to customer leads through cold calling
• Expedite the resolution of customer problems and complaints to maximize satisfaction
• Achieve agreed upon sales targets and outcomes
• Coordinate sales effort with team members and other departments
• Supply management with reports on customer needs, problems, interests, competitive activities, and potential for new products and services.
• Keep abreast of best practices and promotional trends

• Identify and generate new business opportunities ongoing to achieve predetermined sales targets.
• Prepare and present sales proposals and presentations to new and existing clients to negotiate and close deals.
• Create tailored solutions that meet the client’s short and long-term needs.
• Build strategic working relationships with clients and maintain a high level of client contact (telephonic, email communication and face to face) to ensure that their specific requirements are addressed, to monitor and grow existing business.
• Analyse potential sales opportunities by using data analyses, segmented research, and information available to identify the needs most required and valued by these clients.
• Provide professional and exceptional client service in all interactions with clients.
• Keep all administrative work updated including service level agreements and contracts.
• Report on sales and achievements as required (weekly and monthly); and
• Maintain a high level of relevant industry knowledge.

Skill and Competencies

• The ability to create and maintain good relationships with client accounts
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Able to work under pressure
• Must be confident with the ability to self-manage activities, yet able to work very closely with a team
• Able to identify and realize revenue opportunities related to online advertising
• Attention to detail
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to take initiative
• Must be able to balance a creative and business approach
• Must be passionate about online advertising and marketing

Qualifications and Experience  

• At least 2 year’s online advertising sales experience
• Senior Certificate (tertiary qualification in marketing will be advantageous)
• An established base of advertising clients and accounts will be advantageous
• Fully computer literate (Microsoft end-user)
• Knowledge of Web Analytic tools advantageous
• Experience dealing with advertising agencies.

Closing Date: 21 March 2024

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Job Description 

Adspace24, a division of Media24 has a vacancy for a Marketing Intern.

The main function of a marketing intern is to support the marketing coordinator with the overall marketing campaigns and events (internal and external). The Marketing intern will typically assist with a wide range of tasks related to the overall marketing and communication strategy.

The main purpose of the role is to support marketing in their develop and implementation strategies to create sales opportunities across Media24 News and Digital platforms.

Key responsibilities:

•  Marketing Strategy Execution: Aid in the development and implementation of comprehensive marketing plans, ensuring alignment with our brand's vision and goals.
• Promotional Activities: Efficiently manage the distribution of marketing materials to enhance our brand's presence and engagement.
• Event Coordination: Take charge of organizing and executing both internal and external events, ensuring they run smoothly and meet our objectives.
• Campaign Management: Support the launch and monitoring of marketing campaigns for trade media partners
• Performance Analysis: Collaborate with the marketing manager to monitor, analyze, and report on the effectiveness of marketing initiatives, driving continuous improvement.
• Stakeholder Communication: Serve as a key point of contact for both internal and external stakeholders, providing timely updates and gathering valuable feedback on marketing efforts.
• Administrative Support: Offer comprehensive administrative assistance to the marketing team, including scheduling, note-taking, and file organization, to ensure operational efficiency.
• Digital Presence: Contribute to the maintenance and updating of the website
• Marketing Coordination: Work closely with the marketing manager to ensure the seamless execution of marketing plans, from conceptualization to completion.
• Event Support: Assist with the logistical aspects of event management, including setup and coordination, to create memorable experiences (internal and trade events).
• Calendar Management: Oversee the marketing calendar, ensuring tasks and projects are updated, tracked and completed on schedule.
• Meeting Organization: Facilitate the organization of meetings, including arranging catering and room setup, to support effective team collaboration.
• Digital advertising: Knowledgeable in digital advertising platforms such as Google Ads, Facebook Ads Manager, and LinkedIn Ads, including the ability to set up and manage campaigns effectively.
• AI: Possess knowledge of AI tools to support marketing functions. Utilize AI-driven strategies to identify opportunities for automation, personalization, and optimization in marketing campaigns.

Qualifications and experience:

• Relevant degree with an emphasis on marketing or studying towards a relevant marketing/events qualification
• 1-2 years experience in marketing in a related industry is advantageous
• A thorough working knowledge of all applications within the Microsoft Office suite
• Understanding of media across print and digital media.
• Well developed implementation and planning abilities.
• Effective English and Afrikaans communication skills.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Demonstrates a passion for AI

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Main Purpose:

Produce relevant, compelling and factually correct news, analysis, feature and other content on issues relevant and pertaining to KwaZulu-Natal for News24 and its national audience to strict deadlines each day.

 Job Outputs:

• Investigate and research article content for news, analysis and feature stories on newsworthy issues and events in KwaZulu-Natal and South Africa;
• Produce enterprise news ideas and stories focusing on court and crime, education, politics, social ills and human interest which will set the national news agenda;
• Produce breaking news according to News24’s standards and norms;
• Maintain and grow a diverse network of contacts across all sectors, including, but not limited to, provincial, local and national government, schools, universities, think tanks, NGOs and interest groups.
• Write quality news and feature articles, adhering to strict deadlines;
• Create target-market-specific articles;
• Generate at least one in-depth feature ideas per quarter;
• Adhere to the quality, style and content standards as laid out and required by News24;
• Comply with the requirements of the South African Press Code.

 Skills & Competencies:

• A strong and deep understanding of the social ills plaguing the province, the workings of local and provincial governments, the police and the politics of the region.
• Able to write fluently and clearly in English;
• Creativity in problem-solving and idea generation;
• Able to work under extreme pressure and to strict deadlines;
• Good time management and the ability to multitask effectively and follow through;
• Sound news judgment;
• Knowledge of the online news environment;
• Demonstrable network of contacts in the education sector;
• Demonstrable attention to detail;
• Good people skills;
• Sound decision-making abilities
• Persistence and results orientation;
• Questioning and listening skills;
• The ability to work independently;
• Resilient;
• Initiative.

 Minimum Requirements:

• Diploma or degree in journalism, languages or media studies
• Experience writing for a mainstream newspaper or magazine or reporting for an online or wire news operation or a broadcast news service;
• Good general knowledge;
• Knowledge of topical issues and current affairs;
• Valid driver’s licence;
• Passion for media.

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Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Investigate and research original content and ideas for news, feature and analysis stories;
• Write quality news and feature articles, adhering to strict deadlines and News24’s style;
• Break developing events and original reportage;
• Create target-market-specific articles and multi-media content;
• Generate ideas for news and features stories on a daily basis;
• Adhere to the quality, style and content standards as laid out and required by the particular publication;
• Comply with the requirements of the South African Press Code;
• May be required to assist and support freelance staff and junior permanent staff;
• Proofread articles;
• Generate and liaise with network of contacts to assist with research or completion of articles/features;
• Will be required to take photographs and shoot video;
• Live tweet stories from location as they unfold;
• Secure newsmakers for in-depth interviews on topical issues.

Skills & Competencies:

• Proficient in relevant computer software packages and application;
• Passion for media, knowledge of current affairs;
• Established network of contacts (over and above official spokespersons);
• Strong command of English;
• Creativity;
• Able to work under extreme pressure and to strict deadlines;
• Good time management, the ability to multitask effectively and complete tasks timeously;
• Sound news judgement;
• Knowledge of the online news environment and digital publishing tools, including mobile video and photos;
• Knowledge of social media;
• Detail orientation;
• Good people skills;
• Quality orientation and the ability to deliver clean copy;
• Good decision-making abilities;
• Persistence and results orientated;
• Strong questioning and listening skills;
• The ability to work independently;
• Resilient.

Minimum Requirements: 

• Diploma or degree in journalism, languages, politics or media studies;
• Experience writing for a mainstream newspaper or magazine or reporting for an online or wire news operation or a broadcast news service;
• At least 6 years’ experience;
• Preferred would be some experience in producing multi-media content;
• Good general knowledge;
• Insightful knowledge of South Africa’s socio-political landscape;
• Knowledge of topical issues and current affairs;
• Demonstrable network of contacts;
• Valid driver’s licence.