Television Channels Manager - Dumisa/One Gospel

Job description

• To analyse channel programming by comparing media reports, shows on air, viewership pattens then identify slots that can be improved, revamped, or removed monthly or as and when required.
• To create new content ideas that align with audience patterns and profiles by identifying audience patterns and insights as and when required.
• To quantify existing channel content to align with broadcaster mandate by reviewing programming quarterly or as and when required.
• To align 3rd party content with channel editorial by viewing submitted and proposed content as and when required.
• To approve content by reviewing scripts and shows and providing feedback to Genre Producer daily and as and when required.

• To plan an overview channel schedule by analysing viewership patterns and aligning programming to identified patterns monthly, quarterly, and as and when required.
• To structure a year plan of channel content rollout and activities by viewing and aligning inventory with calendar dates yearly and as and when required.
• To approve final schedule by comparing the macro schedule with the overview, weekly and as and when required
• To provide content synopses for EPG by sourcing write ups per episode or as and when required.

• To identify sales opportunities by reviewing the schedule, analysing viewership patterns, ministry slots and seasonal events monthly and as and when required
• To create sales opportunities by reviewing the schedule, analysing viewership patterns, ministry slots and seasonal events monthly and as and when required
• To brief creative and production to produce content direction by brainstorming sales elements, ministry packages, commercial airtime sales and approve creative concepts for production monthly and as and when required.
• To create and identify sponsorship and trade exchange opportunities by reviewing market trends and viewership patterns in line with programming ongoing and as and when required

• To negotiate talent contracts by reviewing industry standards against budget allocations
• To nurture talent loyalty to channels by maintaining relationships with talent, resolving queries and addressing concerns

• Review and manage the sale, cost of sales reports.
• Assist Group Accountant with commentary on sales and cost of sales.
• Prepare budgets, forecasts for sales and cost sales for inclusion in the Group reporting. 
• Prepare all reports for productions where necessary and required by the business.
• Provide Group Reporting Accountant with monthly variance report for productions and commentary.
• Prepare and present monthly consolidated production performance report focusing on actual v budget per project.

• To recruit to fill vacancies by developing the specification, interviewing potential candidates, shortlisting candidates and recommending appointments for approval as required.
• To induct staff members by developing the induction programme and monitoring and supervising its implementation as required
• To manage staff performance by developing performance contracts and defining performance expectations, providing staff with feedback on performance, identifying areas of non-performance and implementing corrective action monthly and as required
• To support staff development by engaging with staff and identifying development opportunities, monitoring staff development and learning and addressing any skills gaps quarterly and as required
• To manage the implementation of HR policies and procedures by monitoring policy implementation, identifying anomalies, implementing corrective action as required

Requirements

• Matric plus Industry related Diploma/Degree.
• Minimum of five years’ experience a Television/Broadcasting environment as a TV producer or TV Channels manager.
• Minimum two to three years at a level where you were required to manage a team.
• Gospel Music knowledge is advantageous
• Experience or exposure to directing and editing environments is advantageous.
• Knowledge and understanding of the industry and its components is non-negotiable. 
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Attention to detail and accuracy. 
• Deadline driven and ability to prioritise effectively. 
• Ability to work overtime in accordance with business needs. 
• Ability to work independently. 
• Ability to make decisions independently where required and necessary. 
• Creativity
• High levels of maturity
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills