Senior Broadcast Journalist for Current Affairs

Placements24; O Mente; On-site; EUR 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is hiring a Senior Broadcast Journalist for the current affairs team in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. You will research, report, and produce compelling content for TV and digital platforms, conducting in-depth interviews with public figures, experts, and affected individuals.

The role requires strong storytelling, ethical journalism, and the ability to work under tight deadlines while building a broad network of contacts across sectors.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in broadcast journalism, focusing on current affairs or investigative reporting.
• Proven ability to research, write, and produce high-quality broadcast content.
• Excellent interviewing and storytelling skills with the ability to engage diverse sources.
• Strong understanding of the South African political and social landscape.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and maintain accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Research, pitch, and develop story ideas for current affairs programs.
• Conduct in-depth interviews with a wide range of sources.
• Investigate complex social, political, and economic issues.
• Write clear, concise scripts for television and online broadcast.
• Produce broadcast segments, overseeing filming, editing, and graphics.
• Collaborate with camera crews, editors, and producers to deliver content.
• Adhere to ethical journalistic standards and practices.
• Build and maintain a network of contacts across sectors.
• Adapt reporting for television, web, and social media.
• Mentor junior journalists and contribute to editorial direction.

Skills

Interviewing skills

Storytelling

Research

News gathering

Under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism

Tools

Broadcast newsroom software

Video editing software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a respected national news broadcaster, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Broadcast Journalist to join their current affairs division in Queenstown, Eastern Cape . This role demands a skilled storyteller with a keen nose for news, exceptional interviewing abilities, and a commitment to journalistic integrity. The Senior Broadcast Journalist will be responsible for researching, reporting on, and producing compelling current affairs content for television and digital platforms. You will conduct in-depth interviews, investigate complex issues, and craft narratives that inform and engage the public. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of the South African socio-political landscape and a proven ability to work effectively under tight deadlines. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to significant public discourse from our newsroom in Queenstown .

Key Responsibilities

• Research, pitch, and develop story ideas for current affairs programs.


• Conduct in-depth interviews with a wide range of sources, including public figures, experts, and individuals affected by current events.


• Investigate complex social, political, and economic issues, ensuring accuracy and thoroughness.


• Write clear, concise, and engaging scripts for television and online broadcast.


• Produce broadcast segments, overseeing filming, editing, and graphics to ensure high production values.


• Work collaboratively with camera crews, editors, and producers to deliver timely and impactful content.


• Adhere strictly to ethical journalistic standards and practices.


• Build and maintain a strong network of contacts across various sectors.


• Adapt reporting for different platforms, including television, web, and social media.


• Mentor junior journalists and contribute to the overall editorial direction of the team.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in broadcast journalism, with a focus on current affairs or investigative reporting.


• Proven ability to research, write, and produce high-quality broadcast content.


• Excellent interviewing skills, with the ability to ask insightful questions and elicit informative responses.


• Strong understanding of the South African political and social landscape.


• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.


• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and storytelling skills.


• Proficiency in newsgathering techniques and broadcast newsroom software.


• Experience with video editing software and digital content management systems is advantageous.


• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, Political Science, or a related field.


• A demonstrable passion for public service journalism and holding power to account.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, reflective of experience, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and pension contributions. This position is based in our news hub in Queenstown, Eastern Cape . Employees benefit from working within a reputable media organization with opportunities to cover significant national stories. We provide a supportive team environment and encourage professional development for journalists committed to impactful storytelling in South Africa .