We are searching for TWO news interns to join our vibrant and dynamic news team. We have partnered with The Wits Radio Academy, a centre of training, research and public engagement in the field of radio. The Academy works with the university’s campus station, Voice of Wits 88.1FM in the heart of Braamfontein.
WORTH
At Jacaranda, interns will develop skills in the following areas:
- Assist in various areas of the news department, thereby learning the practical skills involved
- Assist in the general operations of a newsroom
- Assist journalists in the compilation of their stories
- Report from the field as well as work on the news desk
At Vow-FM, interns will develop skills in the following areas:
- Compile and read daily bulletins
- Report from the field
- Package stories for current affairs programmes
- Be actively involved in the day to day news and current affairs programming etc
ELIGIBILITY
Applicants should possess the following:
- Qualification in Journalism or related field (Bachelors’ Degree or 3 year National Diploma)
- Valid driver’s licence or in the process of obtaining one
- Good command of the English language, Preferably bilingual in Afrikaans and English
- Quality writing and voicing scripts for radio
- Check facts, accuracy and quality of stories
- Operating studio and field recording and production equipment
- Minimal editing and multi-track mixing experience needed
DEADLINE: November 10 2017
To apply and for more information visit here
