e.tv is looking to hire a copywriter to work in the Programming and Planning division in the broadcaster's Cape Town office.
Reporting to the HOD of Programming and Planning your key duties and responsibilities will include:
- Write synopses and programme information copy for: Electronic Programme Guides, Web listing guides and any other platforms that may be required.
- Conduct research on scheduled programming.
- Checking of all copy to be released to external sources.
- Liaise with internal, international and local distributors for any outstanding information, such as running orders, synopses, episode titles, year of release and cast.
- Ensure that all programme information and copy is consistent across series, movies and channels.
- Communicate all changes to relevant departments within the timeframe required.
- Have the knowledge to download and compile the EPG reports in the appropriate formats for all channels.
- Liaise with EPG Providers on every programme change affecting the EPG across channels, when required to do so.
- Work closely with Programme Coordinators and Schedulers in the Programme Scheduling Department.
- Play a supportive role to the International Acquisitions department.
- Perform ad-hoc duties for the Programme Scheduling Manager.
Requirements:
- A degree in English, or a post-graduate qualification from an accredited school.
- At least 2 years copywriting experience ideally in a media \ marketing environment.
- Need to be able to understand and write in at least one additional African language.
- A free thinker with a meticulous eye for detail.
- Have good written and interpersonal skills.
- A team player.
- Ability to meet tight deadlines.
- Computer Literacy.
- Must be able to work independently.
- A passion for broadcasting.
Note:
- This is a contract position only.
- Training in the company Broadcast Management System will be provided.
- The applicants must be from Cape Town and surrounding areas.
If you possess the criteria and qualifications as stated, you can send your
application form together with a detailed CV to
jobs@etv.co.za.
Closing date: Friday, 8 November 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.