Broadcast Sound Engineering Internship

South African Broadcasting Corp.; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 78,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

South African Broadcasting Corp. invites applications for a 12-month Graduate Programme in Sound Engineering within the Technology RRTO division. The role focuses on operational support, setup, recording and playout of broadcast material, with placements across provinces as indicated.

Interns work on live productions, ensuring high-quality audio and alignment with customer requirements. Candidates should hold a Sound Engineering certificate or related qualification; diploma advantageous.

Qualifications

• Sound/AV knowledge aligned to broadcast standards.
• Ability to operate facility equipment and mic setups as per SOP.
• Recordings aligned with client requirements and standards.

Responsibilities

• Execute operational production requirements.
• Assist in operating facility equipment.
• Place mics as per SOP.
• Assist to record drama productions with FX and music.
• Ensure recordings meet broadcast standards.
• Monitor sound quality and schedule changes.
• Monitor sound/video quality for broadcast standards.
• Record distributions following archiving best practice.
• Setup mix-minus.
• Basic audio/visual manipulation of final mix.
• Deliver production material on time.
• Report and elevate risk findings.

Skills

Excellent hearing

Excellent communication

Team leadership potential

MS Office proficiency

Education

Sound Engineering Certificate

Film/Video Technology

Job description

South African Broadcasting Corp. invites applications for a 12-month Graduate Programme in Sound Engineering within the Technology RRTO division. The role focuses on operational support, setup, recording and playout of broadcast material, with placements across provinces as indicated.

Interns work on live productions, ensuring high-quality audio and alignment with customer requirements. Candidates should hold a Sound Engineering certificate or related qualification; diploma advantageous.