Job Description

Purpose of the job

The role holder will be responsible to construct and deliver an accurate on-air transmission log.

Key Accountabilities

On-Air transmission

• Construct transmission log (presentation schedule) to ensure correct transmission of content across all channels e.g. programming, advertising, various On-Air elements, sponsorships, branding and marketing material.

• Produce a meticulously accurate transmission § Ensure transmission-ready detailed 48hour running-order Log for Playout by required daily deadline.

• Construct and deliver fault free Transmission Logs for transmission, against strict deadlines, for all current and future M-Net channels. § Accurately capture the Programming and content from the Macro schedule (Synergy) to the Micro schedule across required channels including Africa Customization.

• Query anomalies to ensure accurate running order logs (schedules) § Create Formats, if required § Ensure thorough checking of own logs

• Generate running order schedule and maintain on-air elements in the current operating system, Synergy’s Micro Scheduling System

Compliance

• Ensure schedule is compliant with regulatory and guidelines

• Ensure adherence to set company policies and procedures

• Liaise with Internal departments EPG, Marketing, DStv Media Sales, Media Operations and Traffic on the status of the logs as per agreed standard operating procedure

Job Requirements

Qualification and Experience

• A Degree in Media Studies/Video Technology or similar

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience of technical broadcasting experience

• On-Air transmission experience § Understanding of broadcast value chain

Functional Competencies 

The incumbent is required to have the following functional competencies:

• Relationship building Confidential

• Communication skills

• Media planning

• Barger agreement

Behavioral Competencies

• Accountability

• Teamwork

• Prioritization

• Analytical thinking

• Attention to detail

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to send their CV and/or cover letters through THIS LINK

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.