Commiioning Editor Education Johannesburg

To plan, coordinate and manage the commissioning and production of quality Tweens & Youth Development programmes for radio and television from origination and conceptualisation through to the delivery of the final product, Manage the commissioning process, to ensure delivery according to specifications

Envisage multimedia projects and new innovations;

Provide effective input to the Education Units strategic planning;

Take overall editorial responsibility and ensure that programmes are delivered as commissioned

Manage and co-ordinate stakeholders and sponsorship relationships;

Ensure the delivery of quality programmes, in accordance with agreed performance standards and timeframes and to adhere to the editorial code of conduct and legal compliances;

Cost effective compliance, utilisation and management of allocated budget;

Coordinate and implement ancillary services including print, digital, research, outreach and marketing;

Conceptualise programme ideas, evaluate proposals, develop and write briefs for the Tweens & Youth Development Unit

Provide effective project management from conceptualisation to post implementation;

Delivering project elements according to time, budget, quality, client and industry specifications

Ensure utilization of research and sound financial information in all decision making processes;

Develop project plans, ensuring comprehensive coverage and specification of time deliverables and costs;

Provide monthly reports to management. Report to steering committee in respect of project progress against implementation plan;

Continually monitor project deliverables against set project plan;

Monitor and manage project risks

Determine the success and impact of projects through regular research and feedback on ratings and audience share

Keep abreast of educational, informative and entertainment trends locally and abroad

Requirements:

Appropriate degree in Education/Media Studies/Management or equivalent

3 - 5 Years relevant Television and Radio production experience

Knowledge of commissioning processes and the allocation of resources to reach objectives on time and within budget

Knowledge of the Tweens & Youth Development sector:

- Knowledge of radio and television as broadcast media

- Knowledge of other digital/social media elements will be an added advantage

Above average communication skills (both verbal and written)

The ability to take initiative, organise, plan and control is critical to ensure efficient operations

Ability to effectively work with independent producers

Ability to strategise in a competitive environment

Ability to make sound editorial judgments; have problem solving abilities

Ability to act on research and to understand local and global broadcast trends

Understanding of educational policies and programmes

Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, and Power Point)

Good project management skills and experience

Willingness to travel

Valid driver's licence

A keen sense of deadlines is essential

Understanding of the target audiences

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