Zambia National Broadcasting Corporation Programme Director Jobs

Zambia National Broadcasting Corporation Programme Director Jobs


Job Purpose:

  • To direct studio based television programmes and outside broadcasts .

    Main Duties and Responsibilities

    • Participates in pre-production meetings

    • Visits location sites or undertakes a recce and develop comprehensive floor plans for coverage i.e plotting of camera position at location site

    • Draws up diagram outlying camera position and locations for microphone mounting

    • Interprets scripts, rehearse casts and establishes pace of programme to stay within time requirements • Informs technicians of scenery, lights, props, and other equipment desired

    • Plans and directs audio and video aspects of television programmes based on programmes specifications and knowledge of television techniques

    • Issues instructions to technicians and production crew from control room during telecasts to keep them informed of effects required

    • Directs programmes for live broadcasts or electronic video recordings

    • Operates the video switcher equipment which is interconnected to Video Tape Room, character generator (CG) and video cameras

    • Supervises and direct activities of a crew involved in a production and co-produces and produces productions occasionally.

    Minimum Qualifications, Experience and Attributes

    Applicants must have the following:

    • Grade 12 School Certificate or GCE with minimum five subjects graded credit or better

    • Diploma in film Journalism or Creative Arts or related field from a recognised institution

    • 5 years experience in television productions

    • Thorough knowledge of production techniques

    • Knowledge of camera handling

    • Able to write and interpret a production script

    • Must have skills in editing

    • Must posses leadership and supervisory skills

    • Must be a team player and have high level of integrity

    How to Apply

  • Interested Zambian nationals meeting the above requirements should apply giving three traceable professional references. All applicants must enclose certified photocopies of academic and profession certificates, latest resume and a day contact phone number to:

    The Director Human Resources and Adminstration
    Zambia National Broadcasting Corporation
    Alick Nkhata Road
    P.O. Box 50015
    LUSAKA

  • Closing date for receipt of application letters is Friday, 13th November, 2020 at 17:00 hours

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