Website The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC)
The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC (SOC) Limited, is a Schedule 2 (Major Public Entity) entity in terms of the Public Finance Management Act NO. 1 of 1999, as amended. It was established through an Act of Parliament in 1936, which replaced the previous state-controlled African Broadcas… read moreting Corporation. This was followed by the enactment of the Broadcasting Act NO. 4 of 1999 in which section 7 allowed for the establishment of the SABC. Each of the radio and television services under the SABC portfolio are licensed separately by the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) and required to adhere to their respective license conditions, and the provisions of the Broadcasting Act as well as the Broadcasting Charter. Over the years, the public service provider has demonstrated unwavering commitment to the delivery of its mandate through showcasing content aimed at informing, educating and entertaining its audiences. Its portfolio includes 19 radio stations and 5 television channels which command millions of audiences on a daily basis.
Main purpose of position
To conceptualize, produce and deliver high quality Seasonal, Generic, Programme Specific and Campaign Specific multi-platform Imaging Material & Promos in line with the station’s sound and feel, programme briefs, campaign briefs and programming & marketing strategies.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
BUSINESS OPERATIONAL EFFECIENCY
Conceptualize, script, and produce cutting edge, high quality, generic, seasonal and thematic Station Imaging (jingles, promos, and one-liners)
Prepare/compile briefs for station’s brand and imaging campaigns.
Identify relevant voices in order to produce unique and up-to-date station imaging.
Receive bookings and prepare for recordings, ensuring all equipment, facilities and resources are available for production, according to production specifications
Assist in the planning, preparation, logistical arrangements and production of station promos
Effective recording of productions, ensuring the optimal mix of all the sound for broadcast, recording and sound reinforcement, in order to optimally deliver on the production needs and requirements.
Continually monitor the technical quality of recording, ensuring optimal quality of broadcast and adherence to broadcasting standards.
Timeous and accurate administration of production procedures, ensuring adherence to operational standards.
Effective monitoring of technical quality and reporting of faults, in order to resolve any technical problems.
Advise and assist on appropriate aspects, limitations, alternatives and utilisation of equipment to minimise mistakes and optimise and enhance product.
Provide advice on aspects of quality control, in order to ensure superior quality of broadcasts.
Assess and evaluate new equipment and provide feedback on relevance and suitability.
Effective execution of daily administrative tasks to assist with the effective functionality of the section
REPORTING AND ADMINISTRATION
Execute administrative procedures necessary for the smooth running of the business unit.
Ensure timeous studio bookings to ensure delivery of promo materials according to agreed timelines
Create and manage production schedules for recording of promos, liners and other imaging elements.
Ensure effective informal and on-the-job training for interns and junior employees to ensure a competent staff compliment.
Provide weekly and monthly imaging Reports, highlighting key milestones, challenges and achievements
STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT
Communicate with internal and external stakeholders regularly to ensure timeous delivery of Imaging and promo materials as per brief.
Maintain close working relationships with producers and production teams to ensure optimal delivery of generic and programme specific imaging.
Facilitate and manage meetings with my production teams to go through creative briefs and generate creative concepts, angles and ideas for various show promos and Imaging.
Engage with internal content contributors (News & CAFF, Sport and Commercial Enterprises) and go through various plans for the monthly content plans for imaging and promo alignment.
INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
QUALIFICATIONS
National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in sound engineering or related discipline
EXPERIENCE
4 years’ experience in broadcasting environment of which 2 years should be in radio technical production.
KNOWLEDGE
Proficiency in recording and editing software ( i.e pro tools, audacity, adobe etc).
Above average experience and knowledge of broadcasting production technology and digital media application
Above average proficiency of the Sesotho and English languages (spoken and written) is essential
Ability and willingness to work under pressure and on short notice
Good research skills and ability to apply research information
Knowledge of popular music, and current affairs will be an advantage
Deadline:8th February,2026
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