Sports Broadcasting Assistant

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 83,000 - 124,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Remote work flexibility

Mentorship from professionals

Portfolio projects in Soweto

Job summary

Placements24 offers a fully remote Sports Broadcasting Assistant internship, providing hands-on experience with the media production team. You will contribute to content creation, research, pre-production, and post-production for sports broadcasts and digital platforms.

The role supports scripting, editing, asset management, and distribution, with mentorship from seasoned professionals. Open to students or recent grads in Broadcasting, Journalism, Film, or related fields, with a passion for

Qualifications

• Pursuing or completed degree in Broadcasting, Communications, Journalism, Film, or related field.
• Strong interest in sports and knowledge of various sports disciplines.
• Familiarity with video editing software is a plus.
• Excellent research, writing and communication skills; able to work remotely.

Responsibilities

• Research teams, athletes, and events for broadcast segments.
• Assist in scripting, shot-listing, and pre-production planning for video content.
• Support editing: rough cuts, sound mixing, graphic integration.
• Manage media assets, footage, and archives.
• Monitor social media trends; assist in content distribution.
• Provide general admin support to production and editorial teams.

Skills

Research

Writing

Communication

Time management

Remote work

Proactive attitude

Sports interest

Video editing

Education

Broadcasting / Communications / Journalism / Film degree

Tools

Video editing software (Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an enthusiastic and aspiring Sports Broadcasting Assistant to support their media production team. This is a fully remote internship, providing invaluable hands-on experience in sports media. You will assist in content creation, research, pre-production, and post-production tasks for various sports broadcasts and digital platforms. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about sports and media to learn from experienced professionals and contribute to high-quality sports content creation from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct research on teams, athletes, and upcoming events for broadcast segments.
• Assist in scripting, shot-listing, and pre-production planning for video content.
• Support the editing process, including rough cuts, sound mixing, and graphic integration.
• Manage and organize media assets, footage, and archives.
• Monitor social media trends and assist in content distribution strategies.
• Provide general administrative support to the production and editorial teams as needed.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Broadcasting, Communications, Journalism, Film, or a related field.
• Strong interest in sports and knowledge of various sports disciplines.
• Familiarity with video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro) is a plus.
• Excellent research, writing, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• A proactive attitude and eagerness to learn.

Benefits

• Paid internship with a competitive hourly rate.
• Gain practical experience in the sports broadcasting industry.
• Remote work flexibility, allowing you to intern from your chosen location.
• Mentorship from experienced media professionals.
• Build a professional network and enhance your portfolio with real-world projects in Soweto based projects.