Senior Producer Continuity: RSG at The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC)

Main purpose of position

• To manage and facilitate production and delivery of all continuity programming in line with the station’s programming strategy, programme briefs & deliverables, clients and audience needs.

Key Accountabilities

• Conceptualize programming and content ideas for a variety of programmes for multiple platforms (Traditional Platform/Radio and Digital Platforms).
• Ensure briefing of on-air and production teams in line with the programming strategy and approved programme briefs.
• Plan and execute production related elements in consultation with the Programmes Manager.
• Monitor programmes to ensure delivery of high-quality product and consistency.
• Facilitate team workshops and brainstorming sessions to ensure regular contribution in generation of new programming ideas.
• Monitor new and existing programme elements in order to assess the need for change and make recommendations, using information such as audience surveys and feedback from listeners.
• Communicate updates on the Presenter Style Guide, Music Policy, Schedules and Rosters, and all other relevant policies with Production and On-Air teams.
• Coordinate and communicate programming activities between Programming and Marketing Division.
• Research content in order to produce quality programmes to maintain audiences and grow target market.
• Ensure adequate promotion of new content by facilitating the recording of promos and online marketing, in consultation with the relevant departments.
• Monitor and review programming in order to ensure schedules are kept to, guidelines are adhered to, and performance is of adequate quality.
• Investigate studio and system faults and ensure that they are reported and addressed.
• Provide feedback on individual programmes and digital content offerings.
• Ensure on-going and effective communication with external and internal content providers.
• Facilitate booking of OBs in line with approved plans and schedules.
• Monitor team’s contribution to updating of website content and podcasts delivery.
• Ensure compliance to SABC policies and procedures.
• Ensure adherence to the Editorial Code of Conduct, Broadcast Act, BCCSA Code and SABC Policies.
• Development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and monitoring of implementation.
• Ensure compliance with PFMA.
• Ensure compliance with Copyrights law.
• Provide monthly reports and project reports.
• Effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Attend meetings as defined by Standard Operating Procedures, SLA’s with support services, and by invitation of project leaders and clients.
• Attend snoop sessions with production and on-air teams and provide feedback to improve the quality of end product.
• Brainstorm and discuss story ideas, angles, and sources with the team.
• Vetting and confirmation of content contributors for quality and credible content output.
• Supervision and coaching of Production and on-air-teams.
• Continuous communication with Management in order to provide red flags, progress reports, and receive authorization.
• Consistent communication and feedback to Line Manager and to colleagues.
• Sign-off to confirm IC worksheets to align with payment requests.
• Monitor freelance budget expenditure in line with approved budgets and IC Agreements.

Requirements:

• National Diploma or Degree in Communication/Media Studies/Journalism/Technical Production or related field (NQF 6 Level)
• 4 years in broadcasting environment of which 2 years must be in radio production.
• Sound understanding of and experience in content production for the same or similar target audience.
• Above average experience and knowledge of broadcasting production technology and digital media application.
• Above average understanding of social media and digital needs of the target audience.
• Proficiency in SABC’s Editorial Policy and BCCSA Code of Conduct and related legislation.
• Above average proficiency of the English language (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.