News Planning & Editorial Coordination<\/p>\n
\tPlan, develop, and execute daily news bulletins, ensuring comprehensive and engaging content.
\n\tCollaborate with editors and reporters to determine the news agenda for the day.
\n\tEnsure that news content aligns with the channel\u2019s editorial vision and audience needs.
\n\tIdentify key stories and breaking news developments, prioritizing coverage accordingly.<\/p>\n
Content Production & Story Development<\/p>\n
\tOversee the scriptwriting and production of news stories, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and balance.
\n\tCoordinate with field reporters and correspondents for live coverage and breaking news.
\n\tEnsure the integration of visuals, graphics, and multimedia elements to enhance storytelling.
\n\tWrite well-researched, accurate scripts aligned with visuals for balanced reporting.
\n\tMake sure that the broadcast check list is completed before each show is followed.
\n\tApprove scripts, headlines, and segment structures before broadcasts.
\n\tIdentify newsworthy events, conduct in-depth research, attend diary meetings, and generate compelling stories.
\n\tConduct research and write scripts on topics prior to broadcasts.
\n\tStay updated with the latest local, national, and international news.
\n\tResearch and gather information on current events and news stories.
\n\tMaintain a high accuracy rate with minimal fact-checking revisions required.
\n\tCompile and provide info pack for the Anchors for guest interviews.<\/p>\n
Live Broadcast & Studio Management<\/p>\n
\tManage live broadcasts, ensuring seamless coordination between on-air talent and technical teams.
\n\tDirect studio and field crews to execute news coverage effectively.
\n\tEnsure real-time updates and last-minute changes are managed efficiently.
\n\tWork with anchors and reporters to maintain professional and engaging delivery.<\/p>\n
Technical<\/p>\n
\tProficient in newsroom workflow systems (Dalet).
\n\tEdit visuals, cut headlines, bytes, interviews, and overlays per script.
\n\tConduct research on program topics, including electronic and social media.
\n\tRetrieve relevant visuals from archives.<\/p>\n
Stakeholder & Team Collaboration<\/p>\n
\tWork closely with newsroom teams, technical staff, and graphics designers to ensure smooth production.
\n\tCoordinate with digital and social media teams to align broadcast content with online distribution.
\n\tMaintain relationships with sources, experts, and analysts for on-air insights and interviews.<\/p>\n
Budget & Resource Management<\/p>\n
\tOptimize production resources to deliver high-quality news within budget constraints.
\n\tPlan and allocate resources effectively for special coverage, investigative pieces, and live events.<\/p>\n
Requirements<\/p>\n
Qualifications<\/p>\n
\tAdvanced Diploma in\u00a0Broadcast and\/or Journalism is essential
\n\tBachelors Degree in\u00a0Broadcast and\/or Journalism would be recommended<\/p>\n
Experience<\/p>\n
\t3 years in\u00a0Broadcast and\/or Journalism and\/or Producing
\n\tDrivers Licences is essential<\/p>\n
Apply via company website ( N \/ A ) or<\/p>\n
etv.mcidirecthire.com<\/p>\n
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