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SOUTH AFRICAN BROADCASTING CORPORATION (SABC)

SENIOR TECHNICAL OPERATOR KZN

DIVISION: TECHNOLOGY
DEPARTMENT: RADIO AND REGIONAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS
POSITION ID: 60018293
SCALE CODE: 404
REPORTS TO: SECTIONAL LEAD: OPERATIONS

CLOSING DATE: 21 OCTOBER 2024

MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION
Operational support to Broadcast Clients (internal and external) in order to plan/setup/prepare/record and playout of broadcast material in support of all platforms with expected standards and available facilities/ equipment

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Contribute to operational submissions to Line Manager with regard to Business Unit Strategy input in alignment with the Corporate Plan and the Target Operating Model.
Contribute to Opex Plans
Opex involvement to input into the project scope development
Participate in Capex project and system execution and operational workflows to deliver on functional requirements and avoid on-air disruptions
Contributions of Minor Capex & Opex inputs into departmental budget
Opex contribution to ensure maintenance and systems sustainability
Assist the Specialist with marketable Sound/Video skills ensuring alternative Revenue Streams, eg CD Artists Recording, Font of House, Webinars, External Live Broadcasts, etc as per external tariff list
Agreed % of targets met; Agreed % of resources, equipment and facility availability
Above average rating of SLA
Submission of ad-hoc incidence fault reports and resolutions to line manager as required
Adhere to service delivery standards
Accurate monthly reporting on deliverables (broadcast, recording, production and post production), non-conformance & flagging of potential risks with provided solutions/mitigations
Coordinate operational production requirements
Setup, test and operate facility equipment
Record as per SOP music/choir and liaise with the music producer and/or conductor; for church recording laisse with the church representative and/or the priest; and for documentary/ speech recording liaise with the station producers).
Setup and operate camera and Live View for News and external broadcasts
Understanding of mic placements and industry best practises.
In the field recordings, mixing and front-of-house for all audio requirements
Record multi-layered drama productions with FX, music and different audio streams
Perform recordings in accordance with customer requirements and broadcast standards
Monitoring of sound quality during recordings to ensure compliance with broadcast standards
Monitor for schedule changes as per customer request
Monitor sound/video quality to broadcast standards
Record distributions in line with archiving best practice
Setup mix-minus
Operating digital playout systems
Audio/Visual manipulation of final mix, performed in accordance with customer requirements & broadcast standards (if necessary)
On time delivery of production material, within scope & within specifications
Setup and operate Broadcast Communication conferencing with multi-layer contributions
Contribute to the specification requirements in line with customer requirements & Company Procurement policy & procedures
Escalate Risk findings reported with corrective treatment plans
Ensure adherence to OHS and compliance with SABC Company Policies & Procedures
Maintain discipline in accordance with company policies & procedures
95% of assets verified annually
Effective control of all assets falling within area of control and outside broadcasts.
Customers served in operational proficient, friendly and helpful manner
Maintain compliance of services rendered with customer request and address non-conformance
Operational assistance & guidance to customers regarding capability of facilities and to provide best operational options
Compliance with performance management policies and procedures
Performance agreements with manager annually
Formal reviews conducted with manager and documented as per deadlines (Quarterly)
Ad-hoc operational presentation and training (In-house) provided on an ongoing basis

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Sound Engineering Certificate (1 year & above) or Film/Video Technology or Relevant Qualification
Advantage: Sound Engineering Diploma (3 years) (NQF Level 6)
Driver’s License: C1 (Code 10) with PDP
Minimum 5 years’ experience in broadcast environment, minimum of 3 years on Operator level with relevant experience in Digital Sound & Video within live, production and post-production environment.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team and lead the team if required.
Proficiency in MS Office, i.e. Excel, Word, Outlook and Power Point.
Ability to work under pressure and handle conflict
Willingness to work irregular hours and shifts to sustain 24/7 on-air facility environment

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SENIOR TECHNICIAN NORTHERN CAPE (Kimberley)
DIVISION: TECHNOLOGY
DEPARTMENT: RADIO AND REGIONAL TECHNOLOGY
POSITION ID: 60018268
SCALE CODE: 402
REPORTS TO: SECTIONAL LEAD: TECHNICAL OPERATIONS

CLOSING DATE: 21 OCTOBER 2024

MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION:
Effective & efficient support of technology, operations and resources to install, sustain and provide administration of broadcast systems/ facilities, equipment, servers and networks in order to ensure optimum, functional, secure and available facilities/ equipment for SABC Technology

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Contribute (technical) submissions to Divisional Strategy in alignment with the Corporate Plan and the Target Operating Model.
Contribute to the business strategical requirement to develop the Opex and Capex investments
Capex and Opex involvement to input into the project scope development,
Participate in Capex project and system implementations, commissioning and workflows to deliver on functional requirements and avoid on-air disruptions
Submission of Minor Capex & Opex inputs into departmental budget
Opex motivation submissions to ensure maintenance and systems sustainability
Minor Capex motivation submissions to ensure new requirements are addressed
Long-term Capex motivational planning assistance
Agreed % of targets met; Agreed % of resources, equipment and facility availability
Above average rating of SLA
Products, processes, practices & equipment in line with SABC technical & operational broadcast standards
Adhere to service delivery standards and assist the team to achieve them
Submission of ad-hoc incidence fault reports and resolutions to customers as required
Prevention of on-air technical faults to less than agreed SLA %
Response time to match urgency for technical assistance in accordance with delivery requirements (in support of the % availability of the on air systems)
Effective technical advice & support to users in order to reduce downtime
Correct configuration & testing of digital equipment to ensure less than agreed % of technical on-air faults
Compliance of upgrades with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) specifications to ensure integrations with internal broadcasts systems
Participating in preliminary research activities on the best practises, cutting edge technologically advancements and enhancements to improve facility efficiency, effectivity and sustainability
Contributing and implementing fit-for-purpose innovative solutions in dialog with digital partners to create resolutions with principal team members
Contribute to the specification requirements in line with customer requirements & Company Procurement policy & procedures
Escalate Risk findings reported with corrective treatment plans
Ensure adherence to OHS and compliance with SABC Company Policies & Procedures
Maintain discipline in accordance with company policies & procedures
Compliance with OEM software licenses
SOP developments to ensure broadcast sustainability and business continuity
95% of assets verified annually
Participate in annual asset verification exercise (manual or scan)
Customers served in technical proficient, friendly and helpful manner
Maintain compliance of services rendered with customer request and address non-conformance
Technical assistance & guidance to customers regarding capability of facilities and to provide best alternative options
Attended resolutions to customer requests/ complaints
Compliance with performance management policies and procedures
Performance agreements with manager annually
Formal reviews conducted with manager and documented as per deadlines (Quarterly)
Ad-hoc technical and operational presentation and training (In-house) provided on an ongoing basis

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

3 year National Diploma (S4/T3) in Electrical Engineering (Light Current) (NQF6)
BTech for the Electrical Engineering for the above formal qualification an advantage
Driver’s License: Code 14
Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience in the technical broadcast environment, of the 5 years a minimum of 1 year at a shift/standby competence (full performer) Technician level in technical maintenance, system support of broadcasting equipment and client services

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

IT Network knowledge Essential. Computer literate (A+) and Network knowledge (N+)
Physical attributes: Excellent hearing and eyesight (no colour blindness). Physically able.
Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team and lead the team if required.
Proficiency in MS Office, i.e. Excel, Word, Outlook and Power Point.

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PLEASE NOTE CLOSING DATE: 13 AUGUST 2024

PRINCIPAL TECHNICIAN WESTERN CAPE
Report Line: Sectional Lead: Technical Services
Division: Technology
Scale Code: 401
Position Id: 60018347

CLOSING DATE: 16 OCTOBER 2024

MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION
Effective & efficient support of technology, operations and resources to design, install, sustain and provide administration of broadcast systems/ facilities, equipment, servers and networks in order to ensure optimum, functional, secure and available facilities/ equipment for SABC Technology.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF STRATEGY

Contribute and provide (technical) submissions to Divisional Strategy in alignment with the Corporate Plan and the Target Operating Model.
Contribute to the business strategical requirement to develop the Opex and Capex investments.
Interpretation of tactical needs to enhance and promote technology infrastructures and customer user requirements and specifications.
Investigate and interpret business requirements in accordance to functional requirements workflows and international best practices.

MANAGED PROJECT

Capex and Opex involvement to input into the project scope development.
Provide in Capex Project with designs, risks, migration requirements, project implementations plans, integration system implementations, commissioning and workflows to deliver on functional requirements and avoid on-air disruptions.
Design innovative solutions and plan of in-area system projects with implementation and monitoring to their completion on-time and within constraints.

FINANCE MOTIVATIONS

Proper investigation & acceptable explanation of budget for motivations.
Accurate calculation and submission of Capex & Opex inputs into departmental budget.
Opex motivation submissions to ensure maintenance and systems sustainability.
Minor Capex motivation submissions to ensure new requirements are addressed.
Long-term maintenance matrix planning submissions to develop system and equipment life/cycle.
Long-term Capex motivational planning submissions.
Opex budget input to ensure adequate funds budgeting for future Financial Fiscal.
Asset management control; oversight of tracking and transfers. Updated Asset Register maintained as per Company Asset Management policy.

MANAGED OPERATIONAL PERFOMANCE

Agreed % of targets met; Agreed % of resources, equipment and facility availability
Above average rating of SLA.
Products, processes, practices & equipment in line with SABC technical & operational broadcast standards.
Set service delivery standards and assist the team to achieve them.
Submission of ad-hoc incidence fault reports and resolutions to customers as required.
Accurate monthly reporting on deliverables (maintenance and tasks), non-conformance & flagging of potential risks with provided solutions/mitigations.
Ensure fault reports in order to safeguard department facilities, equipment functional and shortfalls are adequately addressed.
Design, plan and control the delivery of technical tasks and projects to their completion on time & within agreed specifications.
Ongoing monitoring with preventative and corrective deliverables in accordance with overall maintenance plans for all the areas.
Prevention of re-occurring faults and less than agreed fault target.
Set service delivery standards and lead the team to achieve them.

SYSTEMS SUPPORT AND MAINTANCES

Prevention of on-air technical faults to less than agreed SLA %.
Response time to match urgency for technical assistance in accordance with delivery requirements (in support of the % availability of the on-air systems).
Effective technical advice & support to users in order to reduce downtime.
Correct configuration & testing of digital equipment to ensure less than agreed % of technical on-air faults.
Compliance of upgrades with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) specifications to ensure integrations with internal broadcasts systems.
Ensure virus free, secure, functional, streamlined and reliable digital systems.
Establish and sustain compatibility & integration between all digital systems.
Ongoing assessment of system functionality through logs & system checks.
Proper analysis of daily fault reports to identify & address non-compliance.
Technical inputs & specifications to support procurement of correct equipment and software.
Prevent re-occurring issues and workflow processes with the design of innovative solutions.
Monitor and control compliance with agreed planned & preventative maintenance schedule.
Monthly controlled digital equipment and systems failover tests to promote reliable system resilience and ensure full functional, reliable and backup recovery is sustained at all times.
Daily analysis of report logs and equipment against checklist to determine system health/ availability to identify and proactively correct non-compliance.
Monthly report of maintenance, system integrity and health of digital systems.
Daily/ Monthly backup of all system data in line with Broadcast Continuity.
Ensure Compliance of maintenance with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) specifications and digital system requirements.
Development of checklists to promote proactive system health checks to ensure preventative and corrective initiatives.
Quarterly review and update of all technical documentation.
Design, update and monitor workflow drawing and technical drawing accrue.
Daily shift and monthly reporting of faults, tasks, risks, red flag escalations and status progress of deliverables.
Design and assist (when required) with rigging of facilities, ensuring the efficient and effective functionality and subsequently dismantling of the complete infrastructure without existing facility disruptions (For OB facilities safe return to the SABC base).
Support (when required) all Outside Broadcast infrastructure in order to operate and adhere to technical, operational and safety specifications, maximising the utilisation of facilities and resources for successful recording, production and broadcast.
Computer literacy.

ENGINEERING

Driving of all preliminary research activities on the best practises, cutting edge technologically advancements and enhancements to improve facility efficiency, effectivity and sustainability.
Designing fit-for-purpose innovative solutions in consultation with digital partners to create resolutions.

GOVERNANCE AND OPERATIONAL COMPLIANCE

Procurement of correct digital solution in line with customer requirements & Company Procurement policy & procedures.
Escalate Risk findings reported with corrective treatment plans.
Monitor adherence to OHS and compliance with SABC Company Policies & Procedures.
Maintain discipline in accordance with company policies & procedure
Compliance with OEM software licenses.
SOP developments to ensure broadcast sustainability and business continuity.
Design and implement a working Disaster Recovery Plan for the facilities/section to manage all potential broadcast failures.
Provide relevant information to both external and internal auditors for all audit engagements.
Resolve and implement internal and external Audit recommendations.
Technical SCM support for project process (Bid Specification Committee, Bid Evaluation Committee and Bid Adjudication Committee).
Adjust to ensure compliance in according with Enterprise Broadcast Architecture Framework (EBAF), broadcast standards (e.g. DVB, SMPTE, IEEE, EBU), ISO’s and customer requirements.
Compliance of maintenance with manufacturer specifications & system requirements.

ASSET MANAGEMENT

95% of assets verified annually.
Initiate & coordinate annual asset verification exercise (manual or scan).

MANAGED CUSTOMER SERVICE

Customers served in technical proficient, friendly and helpful manner.
Monitor compliance of services rendered with customer request and address non- conformance.
Technical assistance & guidance to customers regarding capability of facilities and to provide best alternative options.
Attended resolutions to customer requests/ complaints.
Technical support and advice of customers re facilities, workflows and operations.
Internal and external client liaison regarding technical compliance.
Regular OEM engagements to understand current and future based needs, thereby providing expert innovative measures and solutions to all aspects of broadcast environment.

MANAGED INDIVIDUAL & TEAM

Compliance with performance management policies and procedures.
Performance agreements with manager annually.
Formal reviews conducted with manager and documented as per deadlines (Quarterly).
Individual technical training, coaching and mentoring conducted on an ongoing basis to meet individual team members needs.
Technical training in accordance with SABC best practice guide.
Assist individuals development to set standards.
Assist individual with Career Development Plan (CDP).
Contribute and assist in some managerial/ supervision activities, i.e. (Acting Capacity; Represent the department at some meetings, technical or operational administration).

QUALIFICATIONS

3 year National Diploma (S4/T3) in Electrical Engineering (Light Current, Communications, Computer Studies or Information Technology) (NQF6).
IT Network knowledge Essential. Computer literate (A+) and Network knowledge (N+).

EXPERIENCE

Minimum 7 years’ experience in technical broadcast environment, of the 7 years a minimum of 3 years as Senior Technician level in technical maintenance, system support of broadcasting equipment and client services within a Broadcast Environment.

KNOWLEDGE
Advanced/ Expert Knowledge of:

Assemble a personal computer and peripherals from modules.
Component level repairs; Installations and repairs of fault components.
Calibration of broadcasting equipment.
Apply the principles of trouble shooting for single user and multi-user computer operating systems.
Ability to develop and perform emergency procedures and troubleshooting.
Ability to design and implement contingencies, back-up strategies and develop their implementations.
Shift and system fault bypass competency for direct on-air emergencies and support.
Designing, upgrading & maintaining systems hardware & software.
Technical & Operational Support, advice and consultation.
Performing and guiding Preventative & Corrective Maintenance of Equipment/Facilities.
Facilitating Broadcast Operational and Technical Training.
Project Implementation.
instrumentation including the maintenance and repairs to broadcast test and measurement equipment.
In-depth understanding and application of broadcast and production television fundamentals, including.
analogue and digital, radio and television systems, metadata, audio and video (DTT, OTT and VOD Impact)..
System analysis which is defined as being able to visualise individual components within the system to determine fault using broadcast chain knowledge.
Operations of broadcast equipment.
Switching and routing of audio and video signals.
Technical/ Operational Administration, e.g. report writing, shift reports, fault reports, transmission reports.
Expert knowledge, experience and skills pertaining to the digital systems within the broadcast environment, involving Broadcast Media Servers, Studios, Non-linear Craft Editing, Tape Machines and Quality Control.
Systems, automation systems, integrations between systems, On-Air Playout and Graphics systems.
A comprehensive understanding of analogue and digital television standards, file and on-line streaming formats and acquisition formats.
Ability to repair, configuring/ set-up, test and operate broadcast equipment.
Advanced knowledge and experience of Local Area Networks (LAN) and Windows Domains.
Advanced knowledge and experience of network administration; Active Directory, user and resource; setting up policies to restrict user intervention.
Ability to design, plan, setup, control, repairs, maintain, configure and install new and existing Local Area.
Networks. This includes: domain administration - Active directory software; Domain name system (DNS) software, Database/s; Security etc.
Ability to setup and maintain the broadcast Windows Domain/s which includes the deployment of windows patches, Service Packs and the deployment of anti-virus software thereby mitigating the risk on the Broadcast.
The ability to tighten security with users and resources setting up policies and by isolating the broadcast network.
Ability to perform, plan, control and implement maintenance, modifications and installations of new and existing systems and technical equipment; hardware and software.
Ability to setup and manage LUNs in storage/backup technologies such as SAN, NAS, LTO etc.
Ability to plan and setup contingencies and apply back-up strategies and develop their implementations, within the digital environment to ensure quick recovery and reduced on-air failures, i.e. data backup and disaster recovery.
Apply the principles of trouble shooting for single user and multi-user computer operating systems.
Mechanical installations and repairs of fault components (e.g. replacing hardware, or components -repairs).
Ability to do Hardware and Software support for Servers and the necessary experience to use the tools thereby ensuring adherence to technical specifications and optimal delivery of performance to achieve the requirements.
Advanced knowledge & understanding of system, workflow process diagrams used for planning, setting up studios and or networks and facility as per as-built drawings and diagrams.
Ability to setup and perform emergency procedures and troubleshooting
Designing, upgrading & maintaining systems hardware & software.
Technical & Operational consultation for Support/ Advice.
Installations and repairs of faulty components (e.g. replacing hardware, components repairs).
Ability to guide and mentor team members and junior staff and share knowledge.
Ability to develop and facilitate training materials, procedures and train technical team and users in the proper use of hardware or software.
User Broadcast Operational and Technical Training.
Ability to translate technical terms, workflows and provide support, advice and consultation to clients, in order to provide technological and operational solutions.
Ability to maintain close working relationships with internal and external service providers and OEM, in order to ensure optimal delivery on facilities innovations, migrations, needs and requirements.
Ability to draft, plan and implement projects.
Ability to write Technical/ Operational reports, e.g. report writing, shift reports, fault reports, transmission reports etc.
Expert knowledge, experience & understanding of digital platforms of Media servers with Automation and Control. Allowing the knowledgebase to cover new emerging technologies, using various operating systems.
Ability to develop strategies and implement future innovation to enable, improve and enhance technological workflows and platforms.
Advanced knowledge & understanding of audio & video distribution and contribution systems and routing.
Advanced knowledge & understanding of relevant internal (EBAF) and international standards (e.g. DVB, SMPTE, IEEE, EBU, ISO).
Develop, plan and provide Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Plans
Advanced knowledge, experience & understanding of broadcast facility design, system integrations aligned with international best practices.
Knowledge & understanding of relevant Company policies /procedures.
Knowledge, understanding & application for office administrational tasks and communications.

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PRODUCER DRAMA – RSG
Reporting line: Programme Manager
Division: Radio
Scale Code: 403
Position ID: 60017980

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CLOSING DATE: 17 OCTOBER 2024

Main Purpose of the position
To plan, co-ordinate and produce dramas and plays of high quality in accordance with SABC editorial guidelines and standards.

Key Accountabilities:

Make input in the development of plans for the drama department, in line with station strategy and priorities.
Workshop administrative staff, production teams, drama actors, scriptwriters, quality assurers and authors on strategic objectives and priorities of the radio station or business unit.
Liaise with various internal (i.e. Sales and Marketing, Finance, Audience Research) and external content providers to ensure radio drama objectives are met.
Liaise with Market Intelligence and utilize other research sources to enhance the quality and relevance of radio dramas, and ensure that the station’s drama themes respond to audience needs at all times.
Help to develop station’s Standard Operation Procedures (SOP), ensure sign off with internal and external stakeholders, and monitor execution.
Conduct continuous reviews of products, markets and revenue opportunities in order to meet strategic objectives and ensure competitiveness.
Develop a multi- platform media approach for the department and ensure the drama series or soapies livelonger by extending them to digital platforms.
Develop teasers and promos for each drama before it goes on air and create public engagement and listener feedback sessions.
Assess submitted scripts for suitability and provide feedback timeously to the writers.
Provide creative guidance and process mapping to drama authors, scriptwriters in order to develop drama scripts that are suitable for production and broadcast.
Provide guidance, support and monitor new writing talent in the development of their scripts (external Clients).
Make meaningful amendments to scripts and do quality assurance.
Generate and develop ideas for possible commissioning of scripts for special calendar events, commemorations and special broadcasts.
Manage and monitor the casting of appropriate talent for productions of the highest creative quality for plays and serials
Direct actors in the pursuit of obtaining the best possible performances for the given recording and narration of the storyline.
Guide and advise technical personnel in the choice and use of sound effects and recording techniques.
Guide the editing process to arrive at a production of excellent technical quality.
Monitor and facilitate the creativity of new ideas and innovative ways of achieving desired results.
Do impact assessment of the storyline and public feedback sessions frequently to improve on the quality of actors, storyline, scripting and messaging in the drama
Adhere to regulations and broadcast legislation i.e. ICASA compliance, Broadcasting Act etc.
Monitor and report on the operational risks and compliance matters.
Manage risks to protect organisational integrity, create value, prevent financial loss and ensure compliance with applicable policies and legislations.
Ensure compliance with Copyright Act.
Adhere to SABC editorial code, ICASA regulations and applicable policies.
Manage contacts and networks and maintain confidentiality of writers’ intellectual property.
Engage constantly with content providers internally and external to be able to develop detailed briefs for script writers and drama authors to achieve good quality productions in line with the station’s objectives.
Oversee public feedback engagements and respond to complaints and recommendations.
Liaise with Commercial Enterprises and Business Development around drama sponsorships and product placement campaigns to realize revenue growth.
Liaise with internal and external content providers to ensure content alignment to programming strategy
Manage adequate staffing for fair workload distribution, succession planning and effective leadership.
Effective communication and briefing of actors, script writers, authors, technicians and administrative staff.
Provide direction on casting and attraction of drama script writers, actors, drama authors, quality assurers and language specialists.
Conduct Individual coaching, counseling and mentoring on an ongoing basis to meet performance needs.
Manage available staff and performance management.

INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
QUALIFICATIONS

National diploma or degree in Speech and Drama/Media Studies/Communication or equivalent qualification. NQF 6
3 years’ experience in Radio content production
Qualification in theatre / radio / TV drama production would be an advantage
Excellent command of language of the radio station (both written and spoken).
Technical skills (pro-tools)
Advanced knowledge of Radio production processes, tools and systems.
Ability to create reporting and filing systems to ensure accountability.
Project management skills.
Good problem solving skills.
Understanding of the different role players within the media landscape.
Digital media skills.
Sound understanding of current trends and socio-political issues.
Script writing and editing skills.
Knowledge of SABC Corporate Goals and other mandatory and legislative requirements regarding broadcast content.
Ability to work within a team environment, give advice and guidance appropriately.
Ability to work under pressure and with tight deadlines.
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
Advanced computer skills

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CLOSING DATE : 16 OCTOBER 2024

POSITION: MUSIC COMPILER: RSG
DIVISION: RADIO
REPORT LINE: PROGRAMME MANAGER: RSG
SAP POSITION ID: 60017976
SCALE CODE: 401

Main purpose of position
The main purpose of this position is to provide strategic direction to the overall sound of the station and to manage the overall playlist through selection and research to retain and grow the station’s P1 audience and increase Time Spent Listening (TSL).

Key Accountabilities:
•   Contribute to the development and implementation of the station’s music strategy and Music Policy in accordance with the station’s format and ICASA license conditions
•    Conduct research, develop and introduce new angles /genres where applicable to enhance station’s music strategy.
•    Develop and maintain an appropriate environment to support the Programmes Manager in achieving goals and objectives of overall programming strategy.
•   Manage, maintain, modify and update the station’s music universe and categories on a regular basis in line with the station strategy.
•    Ensure that the station’s categories are up to date to ensure a seasonal & thematic approach in line with the target audience’s consumption patterns and station format.
•    Ensure that the music details are correctly captured on the systems to ensure accurate reporting.
•    Ensure daily housekeeping to eliminate any database or system errors.
•    Create and maintain back-up and emergency database of music playlist.
•    Maintain general maintenance of the scheduling and playout databases to ensure that it remains in working order.
•   Program detailed clocks to ensure accurate scheduling of music, imaging, promos and advertisements.
•    Administer and manage the music committee.
•    Manage new music submissions to ensure that all submissions are accounted for.
•    Receive new music from various sources and apprise the music committee.
•    Advise the station on music trends based on research.
•    Compiling and reconciliation of daily logs to ensure accurate output on the playout system.
•    Export and integrate daily music logs on the playout system and circulate a copy to the on-air team.
•    Assist with scheduling promos and station imaging on a regular basis.
•    Listen to new music for appropriateness and ensure it is catalogued before going on air.
•    Advise the music committee on new music and new developments in the industry for decision making purposes.
•    Research and source new artists and new music releases suitable for needs of the station.
•    Select and schedule music for air-play, and also arrange artists for interviews in line with station mandate, identity and music policy.
•    Contribute to the development of the music policy, SOPs, SLA’s and procedures in order to maintain unique sound for the station.
•    Conduct regular informal desktop research to keep abreast with industry developments and ahead of competitors.
•    Utilise audience and programme research in order to adjust scheduling strategy.
•    Provide all relevant music content for the station’s digital platforms.
•    Utilize SABC archive material and facilitate the acquisition of new material for specialized music genres where applicable – jazz, gospel, choral, maskandi, classical, folk, etc.
•    Capture PRS details correctly for all speciality music shows and music mixes.
•    Compile weekly / daily charts in line with recommendations from the music committee.
•    Ensure smooth flow of music on automated shows by loading all elements such as song intro, hooks, outro on the relevant systems.
•   Maintain good relationships with Record Companies, Artists and Promoters.
•    Pro-actively facilitate discussions with internal and external stakeholders around music programming.
•    Lead and participate in station music policy development and playlist meetings (music committee meetings).
•    Maintain and facilitate good relationships with internal and external stakeholders with regards to collecting music royalties.
Ensure that the ICASA local content quotas are adhered to for the performance period.
•    Conduct regular spot checks to ensure adherence to daily playlists and implement correctional measures.
•    Maintain the music master database to ensure a credible playlist data.
•    Arrange and document all on-air interviews.
•   Adhere to SABC policies regarding music compilation and music submission i.e to prevent PAYOLA and other irregularities.
•    Create a system to catalogue all new tracks so that they are easily identified and correctly reported to the collecting societies.
•    Reflect accurate local/international music details in accordance with ICASA and SAMRO requirements.
•    Report all faults and maintain documentation.
•    Provide detailed monthly/quarterly music reports i.e ICASA and SAMRO Reports.
•    Provide music committee reports and recommendations where necessary.
•    Provide music listening session scorecards, as and when needed.
•    Proactively give regular feedback to industry stakeholders.

Requirements:
•   Matric and National Diploma (NQF 6) in Sound engineering / Broadcasting / Media and any other related field.
•   4 years’ experience in the broadcasting environment of which 2 years should be in the music compilation environment at a radio station.
•   Understanding of SABC policies and SOPs.
•   Knowledge of South African broadcasting legislation.
•   Knowledge of rules and regulations of the South African Music Industry
•   Knowledge of music trends, and industry players.
•   Basic understanding of radio broadcasting systems and various scheduling software.
•   Basic understanding of sound broadcasting.
•   Problem solving skills
•   Project management skills
•   Good communication skills, verbal and written.
•   Research skills.
•   Basic digital media skills.

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