THE SOUTH AFRICAN BROADCASTING CORPORATION
Position Title : Bulletin Writer/ Anchor
Languages : Isi-Zulu x2
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Province : Gauteng (Auckland Park)
Division : News and Currant Affairs
Location: Auckland Park
Main purpose of the position:
To produce and deliver compelling and incisive high quality television news content in line SABC News public mandate objectives
Key Accountabilities:
- Write, translate and edit scripts and video clips according to the house style.
- Check the facts of stories from the various news sources to ensure accurate and factual product.
- Edit text and copy from field and wire and ensure it is short and crisp
- Voice reports
- Copy taste in order to identify stories for use on TV news bulletins
- Liaise with reporters and search wires for breaking stories, fresh angles and updates on stories
- Advise the Bulletin Editor on new and developing story angles.
- Tailor story to allotted time within the bulletin
- Preview tapes to ensure correct sound levels, timing and visuals
- Correct linguistic and factual errors in the script
- Attend briefing meetings
- Ensure that stories are produced to prescribed Standard Operating Procedures.
- Adhere to the SABC Editorial Policies, BCCSA and Press Codes as well as other relevant regulations.
- Adherence to organisational policies and procedures.
- Attend briefing and debriefing sessions with Bulletin Editor.
- Participate in brainstorming sessions and discuss story ideas, angles and sources with the team, and other contributors.
- Liaise with senior editorial team members regarding technical support and editorial requirements.
Requirements:
- National Diploma / NQF 6 in Journalism or Media Studies or relevant equivalent qualifications.
- Ability to write, read and translate in the specified languages.
How To Apply:
Closing date: 19 March 2022