12 August 2011

Desk Writer Wanted for ETV (South Africa)

Deadline: 30 August 2011

Reporting to the Africa Editor your key performance areas will include:
  • Monitor the wire services and news feeds for the latest news on Africa
  • Work on the news desk write scripts for news inserts and illustrate the story visually in video editing
  • Set up guests to be interviewed during the various bulletins
  • Assist in crafting intros and cues for anchors in studio

Requirements
  • Excellent command of the English language
  • Excellent writing skills
  • Good editorial judgement and interpretational skills
  • Ability to work under pressure making deadlines
  • Willingness to work irregular and long hours
  • Minimum of two years experience as a journalist

Note:

The successful candidate will be required to work irregular and long hours, including weekends, public holidays and standby shifts. This is a contract position only.

If you possess the criteria and qualifications as stated, please send your application together with a detailed CV to the HR Department at Jobs@etv.co.za.

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.

City: Johannesburg

Via: bizcommunity.com

Contact Information:

For inquiries: jobs@etv.co.za

For submissions: jobs@etv.co.za

Website: http://www.etv.co.za/
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