Afrikaans News Reader/ Researcher/ Writer

AFRIKAANS NEWS READER /RESEARCHER/ WRITER

Reporting to the Executive Producer, your key performance areas will include:

• Translating stories from English to Afrikaans
• Arranging and preparing for interviews
• Research and Script for interviews
• Brief cameraman and interviewee on topic beforehand
• Check archives for specific identified news items
• Check electronic media (wires), articles of interest in newspapers and study International media
• Conduct preliminary telephonic and follow-up on interviews
• Direct editor to cut pictures according to storyline.
• Shoot and Package location stories
• Identify stories through research and networking
• Screen functions, events for possible newsworthy items

Requirements:

• Should have at least 3 years broadcasting experience
• Must be fluent in Afrikaans and have strong command of the language
• Good general knowledge, thorough understanding of South African politics and players involved
• Working knowledge of quality of visuals and scripts
• A developed culture of reading and news sense
• Ability to develop story ideas
• Be a team player and ability to work with others
• Work to strict deadlines and display initiative
• Must be able to work under pressure
• Be prepared to work early morning shifts and flexible hours

NOTE:

• This is a contract position

If you possess the criteria and qualifications as stated, please send your application form together with a detailed CV to [email protected]

Closing date: 20 September 2013.

Only shortlisted applicants who meet the criteria will be contacted.  If you have not received a response within 14 days after closing of the advert, please accept that your application was not successful.