POST Commissioning Editor: Children (x2) (Salary scale code 300 – Position ID 60000912 & 60000907) Main Purpose of the position: To plan, commission and develop Children specific programmes of exceptional quality within mandate parameters resulting in high audience response and total adherence to mandate. Key Accountabilities: • Plan, budget and commission programmes to meet the network’s scheduling requirements • Provide effective input to the channel’s planning • Provide creative direction for the Network’s output • Take overall editorial responsibility for programmes, and ensure that programmes are delivered as commissioned and satisfy SABC editorial standards and Corporate policies • Establish and maintain effective relations with independent producers and industry bodies • Advise the independent production industry accordingly and ensure programmes comply with legal, contractual and copyright requirements • Work closely with the other SABC departments (research, marketing and sales) to maximise audience share and income generation • Ensure that commissioned programmes meets mandate targets • Ensure that the audiences are satisfied with Children programme offerings • Act as an editor/editorial advisor on programs for broadcast • Keeping abreast of industry trends locally and internationally • Provide creative input into the Children portfolio’s current programmes and in the conceptualization of new programmes • Cost effective compliance, utilization and management of allocated budget Requirements: • Degree in Communication/Media studies/Journalism or the equivalent • 3 – 5 years Experience in the Broadcasting environment • 2 Years experience in research, production and development • Knowledge of commissioning processes and the allocation of resources to reach objectives on time and within budget • A broad understanding of broadcast technology with specific knowledge of content in the Children’s genre • Strong editorial skills • Good project management skills and experience in managing projects • Ability to act on input from research and understand broadcast trends • Ability effectively work with independent producers • The ability to initiate and drive as well as organise, plan and control is critical to ensure efficient operations • A keen sense of deadlines is essential • Good communication skills at all levels • Ability to motivate and solve problem with a team • PC literacy is essential (Ms Word, Excel and Power Point) • Must be willing to travel • Valid driver’s licence • Integrity and Rigour • Creative flair Apply, with a concise CV to: The HR Manager: Television Email: [email protected] Closing Date: 14 March 2014 Preference will be given, but not limited to, candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act and the SABC’s Employment Equity initiatives. If you have not had any response within six weeks of the closing date, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.
Posted on: Mon, 10 Mar 2014 07:20:24 +0000
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