SABC Jobs for Matriculants – Bulletin Writer

Job Description:

To deliver incisive public service news content in accordance with SABC News’ editorial objectives and mandate

Job Responsibilities:

• Conduct interviews and Q&As when required
• Deliver news bulletins within set durations and on time
• Write and read isiZulu news content as assigned
• Use multi-media platforms to promote news content and adhere to the digital media guidelines
• Adhere to the designated isiZulu language requirements
• Ensure that isiZulu language usage is accurate and formal
• Ensure that stories are newsworthy, compelling, accurate and fair
• Conduct field, archival and other research
• Interpret and analyse the undercurrents in and subtexts of stories
• Write/script, translate, voice and cut soundbites and package stories as required

Job Requirements:

• Keep abreast of news and current affairs developments
• Good ability to plan, organize and work in a team
• Ability and willingness to work under pressure, including long and irregular hours
• National Diploma / Degree in Journalism or Media Studies or equivalent qualifications
• Have a good understanding of social media and its usefulness as a journalistic tool
• Exceptional written and spoken mother-tongue proficiency in isiZulu plus English
• Good and clear broadcast voice
• Sound understanding of current social, economic, and political trends
• Excellent news sense and attention to detail
• 4 years’ proven experience in the radio news and current affairs environment and specific isiZulu language context

Job Details:

Company: SABC

Vacancy Type:  Full Time

Job Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, SA

Application Deadline: N/A

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