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 a transmission log (presentation schedule) to ensure the 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 48-hour running-order Log for Playout by the 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 the schedule is compliant with regulations 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 the 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.