Coordinator: Multimedia Broadcaster/Producer (P7) (University Relation: Strategic Communications)
Position Summary
Introduction
The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan university, anchored in Africa and driven by a powerful strategy focused on attaining global excellence and stature (GES). With an emphasis on independent thinking, sustainable development and strategic partnerships, UJ is an international university of choice. The University is guided by the Vice-Chancellor’s vision of “Positioning UJ in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) in the context of the changing social, political and economic fortunes of Africa”.
Job description
The Council of the University of Johannesburg has declared the University as a mandatory vaccination site as per the applicable policy ((https://www.uj.ac.za/covid-19/). All applications and offers of employment is dependent upon compliance with the said policy.
- UJ invites suitably qualified individuals to apply for position of Multimedia Broadcaster/ Producer. The candidate will be responsible for managing the setup, production, and programming of the specific UJ TV projects.
- The position is located within the Strategic Communications Unit, University Relations and requires the successful candidate to liaise with a multitude of stakeholders within and outside of the University.
- Developing topics and programming for UJTV.
- Overseeing the production process, including film schedules; scripts; talent; sound and lighting.
- Managing the post-production process including, music selection, editing and special effects
- Seeing the production through from conception to final cut and ensuring that the final product is of the highest quality.
- Pitching shows that have already been made to the mainstream media.
- Ensuring a project stays within budget and on schedule.
Minimum requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Film, Communications, Advertising, or related field.
- 2 – 3 Three years of television or film production working experience
- Knowledge of Final Cut Pro or similar non-linear editing software
- Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
- A strong television or film production background
- Editing skills
- Ability to handle multiple projects under tight deadlines
- Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
- A team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Must be self-motivated, be able to work independently and complete assignments/projects without supervision.
- Be able to liaise with internal and external stakeholders
- Excellent time management skills.
- Ability to solve problems quickly and effectively.
- Willingness to work irregular hours.
- Valid driver’s license
Your application, comprising of a detailed Curriculum Vitae as well as the names and full contact details (including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) of at least three traceable and credible referees must be uploaded before or on the closing date of the advertised post. Please also attach the following: a copy of your highest academic qualification, proof of registration with professional bodies you might belong to and if applying for an academic position, a list of accredited research output and/ or a portfolio of your creative output.
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Candidates may be subjected to appropriate psychometric testing and other selection instruments.
In conjunction to merit on the basis of qualifications, experience and proven achievements the University of Johannesburg is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities and those individuals from the historically disadvantaged groups. As necessitated by operational requirements the University reserves the right not to make an appointment to positions advertised. If you have not received a response from the University within 8 weeks of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.
Please note that the University is obligated, in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (Act 13 of 2021), to assess all prospective employees (including applicants) against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may have an impact upon possible employment with the University.
