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General Manager: Retail and Production

Reference Number

Platco006

Department

Platco

Description

Reporting to Head: Group Finance. The Key Performance Areas include but are not limited to:

Develop and Execute Retail and Marketing Strategy

Assessing and developing of the existing OpenView box and platform and Marketing Strategy to achieve an effective sales and distribution business model.

Developing of an ongoing business plan to deliver on the company’s short-medium and long-term goals.

Managing all expenditure in line with approved budgets including stock management.

Developing the distribution model to ensure the effective and timely supply of al products relating to OpenView.

Distribution and Manufacture

Ensuring all agreements with the various stakeholders are representative of current business practices.

Ensuring distributor stock holding and production plans are in line with sales lead times with specific attention on peak trading periods.

Ensuring a highly efficient supply chain operation that yields effective STB and receive antenna prices to consumers.

Ensuring a diverse and accessible selection of products for consumers.

Ensuring products comply with established quality standards.

Stakeholder Relationships

Building, supporting and maintaining interpersonal and team relationships to ensure stable working environment and achievement of team objectives.

Establishing and maintaining relationships with distributors, wholesalers and retailers of the digital set up boxes.

Ensuring a coordinated approach to sales, distribution and installations of the OpenView product.

Managing regional distributor, installer and trade organisations relationships.

Producing account development plans and programmes for all regional Area Sales Manager accounts.

Collaborating with Area Sales Managers to expand and strengthen the account base of small retailers and installers

Lead, Manage, and Development of Team

Managing the sales / account management and merchandising teams.

Developing and overseeing team performance, skill enhancement, and role-specific growth.

Overseeing daily team operations, ensuring accountability and accurate reporting.

Business reporting

Preparing and presenting weekly activity reports, covering sales, performance, marketing and installation with detailed insight into market performance.

Preparing documents and presentations on supply chain issues for Platco Digital.

Providing progress reports on the OpenView HD supply chain.

Providing weekly reports on boxes produced by manufacturer/s.

Reporting on distributor and trade organisation marketing activity.

Requirements

A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role.

A Bachelor’s Degree in Sales, Marketing and/or Business Management.

Producer

Reference Number

eNCA133

Department

eNCA – News

Description

The individual in the role is responsible for planning, coordinating, and contributing in the production of news segments, bulletins, and special reports for a news channel. They are required to ensure all technical aspects of the bulletin are met and collaborate with all stakeholders to ensure the timely and accurate delivery of news content that aligns with editorial standards and audience expectations.

News Planning & Editorial Coordination

Plan, develop, and contribute content for daily news bulletins, ensuring comprehensive and engaging coverage.

Collaborate with editors and reporters to determine the news agenda for the day.

Ensure that news content aligns with the channel’s editorial vision and audience needs.

Identify key stories and breaking news developments, prioritizing coverage accordingly.

Content Production & Story Development

Assist the production of news stories, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and balance.

Coordinate with field reporters and correspondents for live coverage and breaking news.

Ensure the integration of visuals, graphics, and multimedia elements to enhance storytelling.

Write well-researched, accurate scripts aligned with visuals for balanced reporting.

Conduct research and write scripts on topics prior to broadcasts.

Stay updated with the latest local, national, and international news.

Research and gather information on current events and news stories.

Maintain a high accuracy rate with minimal fact-checking revisions required.

Compile and provide info pack for the Anchors for guest interviews.

Live Broadcast & Studio Management

Assist studio and field crews to execute news coverage effectively.

Ensure real-time updates and last-minute changes are managed efficiently.

Work with anchors and reporters to maintain professional and engaging delivery.

Technical

Proficient in newsroom workflow systems (Dalet).

Edit visuals, cut headlines, bytes, interviews, and overlays per script.

Conduct research on program topics, including electronic and social media.

Retrieve relevant visuals from archives.

Stakeholder & Team Collaboration

Work closely with newsroom teams, technical staff, and graphics designers to ensure smooth production.

Coordinate with digital and social media teams to align broadcast content with online distribution.

Maintain relationships with sources, experts, and analysts for on-air insights and interviews.

Budget & Resource Management

Optimize production resources to deliver high-quality news within budget constraints.

Requirements

Qualifications

Advanced Diploma in Broadcast and/or Journalism – Essential

Bachelor’s Degree (3 years) in Broadcast and/or Journalism – Essential 

Experience

1-2 years in Broadcast/Journalist/Producing

Driver’s License – Essential

Language

English- Advanced

Technology Proficiency

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) 

Technical / Job Specific Competencies  

Contributing to Team Success 

Decision Making 

Managing Work 

Planning and Organising 

Stress Tolerance 

Copywriter

Reference Number

YFM054

Department

Y.fm

Description

Copywriting: 

• Writing engaging copy that authentically represents the station’s brand while speaking directly to our youth audience.
• Working closely with our sales team and clients to understand campaign goals, creating tailor-made commercial concepts that resonate with young listeners.
• Collaborating with our programming, sales and marketing teams to conceive and craft captivating scripts for spots, promotions, imaging, and other on-air content.
• Editing and proofreading copy meticulously, maintaining high standards of grammar and tone.
• Adapting your writing style to align with different segments of our diverse youth demographic
• Staying ahead of the curve on youth culture, trends and language nuances to ensure our content remains fresh and relatable.
• Contributing ideas and creative solutions during brainstorming sessions and team discussions.
• Carrying out any other reasonable tasks as directed by manager.

Commercial Scripts:

• Having a clear understanding of commercial campaign goals and objectives
• Conducting necessary research on clients brand/product/event in-order to write specialized scripts that resonate with the target audience.
• Ensuring each script is completed within a 2-3hr turnaround time
• Increase in response rate in call-to-action or lead generation campaigns
• Ensuring consistency of copy/messaging across all campaign elements and flagging any discrepancies
• Collaborating with the sales and CS teams to ensure script perfection
• Ensuring broadcasting regulations and guidelines are adhered to

Station and Show Imaging:

• Collaborating with the production supervisor to conceive a yearly imaging calendar relevant to the stations audience
• Producing script copy for calendar events/campaigns at least a month in advance
• Collaborating with on-air teams on scripting show imaging at least a month before the launch of each new line up
• Ensuring the brand’s positive image is maintained in all copy.

Requirements

Qualifications: 

• Bachelors Degree (3 years – 360 credits) – Journalism/ Communications/ Media Studies/ English – Essential 

Experience:

Radio/Journalism/Creative Writing – 3 years – Essential 

Competencies: 

• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) – Intermediate 
• English – Advanced

Technical Competencies:

• Building Strategic Working Relationships 
• Contributing to Team Success
• Decision Making
• Innovation
• Accuracy / Attention to Detail

Planning Producer

Reference Number

eNCA134

Department

eNCA – News

Description

The incumbent is responsible for developing and executing daily and weekly production schedules to meet editorial deadlines. This includes identifying key stories, booking relevant guests, coordinating logistics, and ensuring seamless content planning and execution. The role requires strong collaboration, adaptability, and problem-solving to align news coverage with the organization’s strategic goals.

Content Planning & Coordination

Develop and manage daily/weekly content plans in collaboration with editorial teams.

Align news coverage with organizational objectives and strategic priorities.

Coordinate with archives to secure overlays and appropriate visuals for booked guests.

Maintain a news calendar, tracking major events, breaking news potential, and emerging trends.

Complete the check list prior to each show 

Allocate resources effectively to ensure comprehensive coverage.

Adjust content plans proactively in response to breaking news or scheduling conflicts.

Guest Booking & Talent Coordination

Research, identify, and book relevant guests for interviews, discussions, and panels.

Build and maintain a strong network of industry experts, analysts, and commentators.

Request quality images from guest and overlay if applicable

Handle logistics, including travel arrangements and technical setup for guest appearances.

Ensure guests are briefed, prepared, and available on time for live segments.

Manage unexpected guest cancellations with rapid, effective solutions.

Ensure guest appearances and interviews fit within live broadcast constraints.

React swiftly to last-minute cancellations by securing alternative guests.

Collaboration & Communication

Work closely with reporters, anchors, producers, and technical teams to coordinate execution.

Provide clear and timely updates on guest availability and schedule changes.

Conduct post-show debriefs to refine and improve future guest coordination and planning.

Troubleshoot logistical challenges while maintaining high broadcast quality.

Audience Engagement & Analytics

Analyze audience feedback and ratings to refine guest booking strategies.

Collaborate with digital and social media teams to promote guest appearances.

Leverage data insights to enhance content relevance and viewer engagement.

Team Development

Stay abreast of role and industry developments and ensure that skills and experience remain updated.

Keep team skills and knowledge current, particularly in journalism and media trends.

Proactively manage performance, addressing concerns with clear, timely actions.

Identify and implement training programs to develop team capabilities, skills and experience.

Personal Development

Engage in continuous learning, complete development plans, and stay informed on current events.

Completing Individual Development Plan.

Attending a minimum of 2 learning and development courses bi-annually.

Participating in peer and team learning initiatives.

Requirements

Qualifications

National Diploma in Journalism

Experience

8 years in Broadcast Journalism

Drivers Licences is essential

Language Proficiency 

English – Advanced

Technology Proficiency

Microsoft Office Suite – Basic

Technical / Job Specific Competencies  

Accuracy / Attention to Detail 

Decision Making 

Innovation

Monitoring / Follow Up 

Stress Tolerance

Field Producer

Reference Number

eNCA145

Department

eNCA – News

Description

The Field Producer is responsible for the coordination, planning, and management of outside broadcasts and live crossings, ensuring seamless execution, timely delivery, and high editorial standards across all platforms. The role involves overseeing the logistics, editorial direction, and production quality of news packages, ensuring accurate, compelling, and timely delivery of content from on-the-ground locations to the newsroom.

Planning Outside Broadcasts  

Liaise with event organisers to secure venues, times, and dates.

Arrange guests for live crossings and interviews.

Conduct assessment for suitability of venue.

Ensure diverse, timely live interviews per news desk direction.

Draft a detailed and clear broadcast plan to guide the news desk. 

Editorial Oversight

Shape and refine story angles in alignment with editorial strategy.

Guide and support interview structures to ensure coherent storytelling and high production value.

Uphold journalistic integrity, accuracy, and editorial quality under tight deadlines.

Field Coordination

Direct and coordinate reporters, camera crews, and technical teams for live and recorded productions.

Conduct site inspections and assess the suitability of venues for broadcast requirements.

Manage on-site logistics, including transport, permits, equipment, and venue access.

Serve as the primary liaison between the field team and the newsroom.

News Gathering & Planning

Collaborate with reporters, camera crews, and newsroom editors to plan field coverage.

Identify, source, and verify story elements, background material, and leads ahead of coverage.

Conduct location scouting and risk assessments for field assignments.

Communication

Maintain strong coordination with Assignments, News Editors, and Logistics.

Communicate permissions and requirements with event organisers.

Brief all stakeholders including camera crew, reporters, and guests.

Research  

Perform thorough research, including pre-interviews, fact-checking, and background compilation.

Monitor social media, traditional news outlets, and internal archives for real-time developments and visuals.

Provide reporters with concise and reliable background material.

Implementation

Deliver timely updates to the News Desk on the status of field assignments.

Ensure field content adheres to editorial and ethical standards throughout the process.

Secure unique soundbites and insights from interviewees, adding value to editorial output.

Technical & Production Support

Operate and advise on use of SNG vans, LiveU, eLink and other broadcasting tools as needed.

Support technical setup for live links (e.g., OB units, satellite, mobile journalism kits).

Troubleshoot on-site production issues in real-time.

Review raw footage and contribute to editing or scripting where required.

Compliance & Safety

Ensure all field/production activities adhere to health and safety protocols, legal standards, and ethical guidelines.

Manage press credentials and access in sensitive or high-risk areas.

Requirements

Qualifications

National Senior Certificate – Essential

Higher Certificate in Broadcast and/or Journalism – Essential

Experience

3 years in Broadcast and/or Journalism and/or Producing

Drivers Licences – Essential

Language

English – Advanced

Technology Proficiency

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) – Essential

Dalet – Basic

Technical / Job Specific Competencies  

Contributing to Team Success 

Decision Making 

Managing Work 

Planning and Organising 

Risk Taking 

Assistant Programme Editor

Reference Number

eNCA123

Department

eNCA – News

Description

The Assistant Programme Editor in conjunction with the Programme Editor, will be responsible for the editorial content of the programme.

Programme Performance

Plan and manage the programme rundown, with real time editorial decisions.

Make key editorial judgements in conjunction with the Programme Editor, building a vital and positive relationship with the Programme Anchor and drive an agenda that interests, engages and stimulates viewers.

Maintain high editorial standards, securing top-tier guests and compelling discussions.

Complete the check list prior to each show  

Differentiate programming through creative news treatments.

Quality review of all on-air content prior to releasing for broadcasting.

Ensure error-free content through rigorous quality control and subbing.

Management

Lead and motivate team through leadership and mentorship, fostering a culture of creativity and development.

Manage staff headcount requirements for every show and ensure optimally alignment to the editorial expectations.

Align staffing needs/requirements with editorial demands.

Ensure effective communication and compliance with company policies.

Editorial Leadership

Lead the pre-and post-production meetings, when required.

Drive innovative, unique, and engaging content.

Maintain strong knowledge of local and global affairs and broadcast regulations.

Maintaining a good understanding of legal and ethical issues with regards to television broadcasts.

Technical

Implement rundown changes as directed.

Collaborate with the Editorial Team for fresh content.

Requirements

Qualifications

Bachelors Degree in Television and/or Media Studies

Experience

7 years in relevant Television Production

Drivers Licences is essential

Language Proficiency 

English – Advanced

Technology Proficiency

Microsoft Office Suite – Basic

Technical / Job Specific Competencies  

Accuracy / Attention to Detail 

Building Strategic Working Relationships 

Contributing to Team Success 

Negotiation

Stress Tolerance 

Senior Broadcast Producer

Reference Number

eNCA121

Department

eNCA – News

Description

The individual in the role is required to produce imaginative, creative and compelling content for the Channel. The Senior Broadcast Producer’s key role is to assist the Programme Editor in conceptualising the show and generate ideas to differentiate channel. Assist programme editor to populate the rundown.

Editorial

Leadership in Pre-Production

Takes initiative in pre-production meetings, leading discussions on story angles and treatments.

Collaborates with reporters, editors, and presenters to shape compelling narratives.

Identifies unique perspectives and storytelling techniques that enhance audience engagement.

Content Management & Updates

Ensures all broadcast content is timely, relevant, and continuously updated to reflect the latest developments.

Monitors breaking news, industry trends, and audience preferences to keep content fresh.

Works closely with researchers and journalists to fact-check and refine stories.

Scriptwriting & Editorial Support

Assists in crafting scripts, intros, and headlines that are clear, engaging, and aligned with editorial guidelines.

Provides feedback to writers to enhance clarity, tone, and storytelling impact.

Ensures all written content is in line with the station’s brand voice and audience expectations.

Content Creation for On-Air Production

Oversees the creation of packages, features, and pre-recorded segments.

Works with video editors, graphic designers, and sound engineers to produce visually and audibly engaging content.

Ensures final content meets broadcast standards and resonates with the target audience.

Communication

Liaison & Coordination

Acts as the key link between the Programme Editor and Assistant Programme Editor, ensuring smooth communication and workflow.

Translates editorial decisions into actionable production plans.

Ensures alignment between editorial vision, production schedules, and on-air execution.

Cross-Department Communication

Effectively communicates with all departments, including:

• Graphics – to ensure visual elements support storytelling.
• Input – to manage incoming content and newsroom coordination.
• Technical Operations – to oversee seamless broadcast execution.
• Logistics – to coordinate crews, equipment, and remote productions.

Ensures production teams are informed, aligned, and working towards a common goal.

Team Communication & Collaboration

Maintains clear, consistent, and effective communication with team members at all levels.

Provides direction, feedback, and problem-solving support during production.

Encourages a collaborative environment where ideas and input are valued.

Daily Leadership & Decision-Making

Demonstrates leadership by taking initiative and making decisive calls in high-pressure situations.

Guides and supports team members through challenges, deadlines, and breaking news scenarios.

Sets the tone for professionalism, creativity, and efficiency in daily operations.

Writing

Strong News Knowledge & Editorial Judgment

Maintains a comprehensive understanding of South African and global news.

Stays updated on current affairs, political developments, economic trends, and social issues.

Uses editorial judgment to prioritize newsworthy stories and ensure balanced coverage.

Writing & Storytelling Excellence

Writes clear, compelling, and engaging scripts that align with the visual elements.

Crafts narratives that enhance audience understanding while maintaining accuracy.

Adapts writing style to suit different formats (live reporting, packaged segments, breaking news).

Content Editing & Visual Coordination

Edits and cuts bytes, interviews, and soundbites to enhance storytelling.

Selects and requests appropriate visuals (videos, graphics, archive footage) to support narratives.

Works with editors and technical teams to ensure seamless integration of audio-visual elements.

Planning

Editorial Leadership & Content Development

Leads pre-production meetings, suggesting story angles and treatments.

Ensures all content is continuously updated to reflect the latest developments.

Assists in writing scripts, intros, straps, and headlines for broadcast.

Oversees the creation of on-air content such as news packages and special segments.

Maintains a strong knowledge of South African and global news.

Writes to visuals, ensuring seamless storytelling.

Accuracy, Fairness & Editorial Integrity

Ensures all stories are factually accurate and unbiased.

Fact-checks sources, scripts, and interviews before they go on air.

Edits and cuts bytes, interviews, and selects visuals to enhance storytelling.

Leadership & Team Management

Acts as the critical liaison between the Programme Editor and Assistant Programme Editor.

Demonstrates daily leadership by guiding production teams and newsroom staff.

Communicates effectively with all departments, including:

• Graphics (visual storytelling)
• Input (news gathering and research)
• Technical Operations (studio and field production)
• Logistics (resource and crew coordination)

Maintains effective communication with team members, fostering collaboration and efficiency.

Live Production & Crisis Management

Supervises live broadcasts, ensuring smooth execution and quick decision-making.

Handles breaking news situations and unexpected technical challenges under pressure.

Works with technical directors, anchors, and control room staff to ensure a seamless on-air experience.

Digital & Multimedia Integration

Collaborates with digital teams to create content for online and social media platforms.

Ensures news stories are repurposed effectively for multi-platform distribution.

Utilizes emerging broadcast technologies and digital storytelling techniques.

Resource Management

Coordinates crew, equipment, and studio logistics to optimize workflow.

Implements strategies for efficient content production without compromising quality.

Research

Fact-Checking & Editorial Integrity

Ensures all stories are accurate, balanced, and unbiased by verifying sources.

Cross-checks information from multiple credible sources before broadcasting.

Upholds journalistic ethics and ensures compliance with broadcasting standards.

Check electronic media, social media and articles of interest.

Deliver accurate and relevant news stories.

Deliver exclusive stories and/or exclusive story lines from verified sources.

Maintain a diverse range of sources (reputable news outlets, expert analyses, audience feedback, social trends).

Requirements

Qualifications

Diploma in Journalism and/or Media Studies is essential

Bachelors Degree in Journalism and/or Media Studies is recommended

Experience

5 – 8 years in Television Production

Drivers Licences is essential

Language Proficiency

English – Advanced

Technology Proficiency

Microsoft Office Suite – Intermediate

Dalet – Advanced

Technical / Job Specific Competencies  

Accuracy / Attention to Detail 

Decision Making 

Monitoring / Follow Up 

Managing Conflict 

Stress Tolerance 

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