M-NET Log Editor/ Presentation Scheduler Intern

M-NET is offering an internship opportunity at their studios in Randburg. Job Title Log Editor/ Presentation Scheduler Intern

Company MNET

Location – Country South Africa

Location – Province Gauteng

Location – Town / City Randburg

Job Type Internship

Equity Status African, Coloured and Indian candidates

Number of Positions 1

Special Requirements  Context

• Multi-channel environment  • Highly Competitive environment  • Fast-paced & constantly changing environment  • Dynamic organization  • Company policies & procedures

 Customers

• Business Units/teams within M-Net  • MultiChoice  • DStv Media Sales  • DStv Mobile  • DStv Online  • Media Operations

Outputs  The Internship will provide an individual with the opportunity to train and work under the guidance of the On-Air Manager to execute the functions listed below:

Services and information that the individual must provide to external individuals or groups, to accomplish the organisation’s mission and strategy.

• Construction of a transmission log (presentation schedule) to ensure 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-ready detailed 24hour running-order Log for Playout by 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 Movies from the Macro schedule (Synergy) to the Micro schedule across required channels.

• Query anomalies to ensure accurate running order logs (schedules)

• Create Formats, if required

• Generate running order schedule and maintain on-air elements in the current operating system, Paradigm

• Liaise with Internal departments EPG, Marketing, DStv Media Sales, Media Operations and Traffic on the status of the logs as per agreed standard operating procedure.

 Education & Experience

• Relevant Degree or 3 year Tertiary Qualification in Media  • Understanding and/or experience of any aspect of television (possibly a student production or similar)  • A keen interest in Television  • Computer Skills: Microsoft Office programmes (Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point).

During the internship, the suitable candidate will be trained on the required Scheduling systems, Synergy and Paradigm or other Micro-scheduling system.

 Competencies

• Effective Communication  • Interpersonal Skills  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines  • Meticulous attention to detail  • High level of accuracy  • Concentration for extended periods of time  • Effective Time Management  • Good organization and administrative skills  • Initiative and ability to take responsibility • Customer-focus  • Willingness and enthusiasm to learn is essential.

Equity Statement

We are committed to Employment Equity when recruiting internally and externally. It is company policy to promote from within wherever possible. Therefore, please be aware that internal applicants will be considered first before reviewing external applicants, provided that this supports achievement of our Employment Equity goals.

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Closing date: Unspecified