Vacancies Available at The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC)

Key Accountabilities:

• Deliver visuals of highest editorial quality for broadcast and publishing.
• Brainstorm and discuss story angles with reporting journalists ahead of coverage.
• Advise the reporting journalist and/or video editor on the most compelling visuals of the story.
• Edit packages for news and current affairs as required and in line with SABC editorial prescripts, BCCSA and Press Codes.
• Assist in setting up and coordinating facilities for live broadcasts when required to do so.
• Ensure all visuals and overall output adhere to prescribed editorial principles and SABC News quality standards.
• Deliver audiovisual content to digital news platforms as required.
• Take good care of assigned assets for use in reporting such as the camera and ancillary equipment, ensuring it is always secured.
• Use assigned resources appropriately and efficiently.
• Immediately alert the editor to any damaged or broken equipment.
• Communicate with internal stakeholders, to ensure optimal delivery on News objectives.
• Adhere to South Africa’s Constitution, all broadcasting and other legislation, Icasa regulations, the BCCSA and Press Codes of Conduct, SABC Editorial Policies and applicable news and current affairs style guides.
• Adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Minimise risk of loss or damage of property and equipment.

Requirements:

• National Diploma / Degree in Journalism, Media Study, or equivalent qualifications with special reference to videography (6)
• 5 years’ proven experience in the news gathering and videography.
• Demonstrable experience in off-site video editing.
• Willingness to work on Outside Broadcasts (OBs) and special broadcasts
• Understanding of applicable broadcast legislative framework and regulations.
• Knowledge and understanding of News and/or Current Affairs production systems and processes.
• Excellent news judgement and news awareness.
• Good photographic sense and a sharp eye for detail.
• Physical fitness to carry equipment and manage it.
• Ability to work under pressure, and irregular hours.

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KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Ensure completion and accuracy of business plan paperwork and administration
• Ensure completion and accurate administration of all contracts and agreements prior to broadcast
• Monitor overall exposure received to sponsors
• Receive administrative paperwork prior to broadcast and distribute to relevant parties
• Support continual analysis and evaluation of current business in order to grow and maximise sponsorship
• Keep abreast of upcoming and new programmes and schedule changes
• Keep abreast of all the new and innovative technology in the execution of all elements
• Evaluate proposals and preview programmes prior to transmission in accordance with channel vision, mission and image
• Monitor programme route on schedule and communicate changes
• Monitor overall exposure received to sponsors
• Visit studio and locations
• Facilitates pitching sessions for short-listed producers
• Assist in the review of slots/programmes and audits of schedules and draw up briefs
• Assist with evaluation and negotiation of budgets
• Provide effective follow-up and after sales service to clients, verbally, telephonically and via e-mails and follow up meetings.
• Develop and maintain close working relationships with internal and external clients to building better relationships with all our stakeholders and ensuring correct On-Air exposure execution.

REQUIREMENTS:

• National Diploma in Content Disciplines / Television Production / Media Studies or related Qualification (NQF 6)
• Completion of 12 months internship programme with SABC in Assistant Commissioning Editor – Education -Local Productions Department which ended by 31 May 2025
• This appointment will be made in line with the developmental principles as per the SABC Recruitment policy, whereby candidates will be appointed on 1 year development programme in order to gain the required experience within the Assistant Commissioning Editor – Education -Local Productions Department
• Knowledge of the broadcasting industry.
• Project management
• Research analysis
• Ability to act on research and to understand local and global broadcast trends
• Ability to work with clients and suppliers effectively
• A good communicator, motivator and problem solver
• PC literacy is essential (Ms Word, Excel and Power Point)
• Understanding of applicable legislative frameworks and regulations
• Possession of digital skills would be an added advantage

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KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: 

• Develop and implement a Programming strategy in line with overall Radio strategy and objectives/goals.
• Conduct continuous reviews of on-air products (formats), markets and revenue opportunities, in order to meet strategic objectives and ensure that the station maintains its competitive edge.
• Liaise with various internal stakeholders (i.e. Sales and Marketing, Finance, Market Intelligence, sport, Education, etc.) and external parties, to ensure the station’s mandate and programming objectives are met.
• Develop and implement a multi-pronged talent management plan in line with audience needs and future proofing of the station.
• Develop a multi-platform media strategy to grow audience base.
• Monitor and manage the output of Programming plans for the station, keeping within allocated budget.
• Commission research and implement insights to ensure high quality programming and deliver to audience needs.
•  Monitor and review programmes to ensure continuous improvement and alignment with station positioning.
• Conduct talent scouting exercises and maintain a talent bank for station voices and creatives.
• Explore opportunities for Co-productions and product placement, for cost containment and revenue generation.
• Interact with radio sales to ensure that product campaigns run smoothly and are on time for prodcast.
• Utilize marketing resources and digital platforms to create talent and product awareness campaigns.
• Work with digital specialists to build and grow online communities around the station’s on-air products.
• Ensure adhere to licence conditions, and relevant legislation in broadcasting i.e. ICASA quotas, Broadcast Act, etc.
• Monitor and report on operational risks and non-compliance matters.
• Develop and implement internal control measures to ensure good governance within the programming value chain.
• Manage risks to protect organisational integrity, create value, prevent financial losses and ensure compliance with applicable policies.
• Implement recommendations of internal audits and address identified gaps.
• Compile reports for various internal and external structures.
• Engage constantly with Internal and External business partners to achieve business objectives.
• Respond timorously to complaints.
• Liaise with Radio Sales and Adventure on programme sponsorships, trade exchanges and product placement in programmes to realize revenue.
• Liaise with internal and external content providers to ensure new innovations, cutting edge content, and alignment to organizational and national goals.
• Effective implementation of Performance Management System in accordance with organizational policy.
• Manage adequate staffing for workload, succession planning and effective leadership.
• Effective briefing and communication with departmental staff and line management.
• Complete Personal Development Plans (PDP) for all staff members.
• Provide individual coaching, counseling and mentoring of staff to assess and address developmental needs.
• Transfer of skills in line with succession planning.
• Manage available staff and identify potential to ensure fair and balanced distribution of work.

REQUIREMENTS:

•  National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Communication/Media Studies/Business Management or relevant qualification (NQF level 6)
• 6 years’ experience in Radio broadcasting of which 3 years should be at supervisory level.
• Develops well defined communication strategy for the business unit.
• Markets and promotes the organization to external stakeholders.
• Demonstrates logical problem-solving approach and provides rationale for proposed solutions.
• Develops and incorporates best practice people management processes, approaches and tools across finance departments.
• Creates processes to ensure accountability for people management and development.
• Develops comprehensive, integrated strategies and approaches to managing human resources and adaptive leadership style.
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of Radio production processes and broadcast systems.
• Excellent understanding of the public mandate and SABC editorial prescripts.
• Understanding of applicable legislative frameworks and regulations, ICASA, BCCSA Code, SABC Editorial Policies.
• Advanced knowledge of programming tools and formats.
• Budget formulation and control.
• Advertising laws and regulations.
• Project management skills.
• Strategy development and execution
• Creative thinking.