Production Engineer

Key Deliverables:

Commercial Content:

• Recording and producing client generic promos in accordance with approved sales briefs and agreed deadlines.
• Ensuring that commercial content is produced in line with broadcasting and industry standards and regulations.
• Ensuring recording equipment is correctly configured to achieve clear, high-quality audio.
• Mixing and mastering audio to meet broadcast quality standards.
• Directing voice-over artists to ensure scripts are delivered according to the creative brief and client requirements.
• Recording and producing demo material for client proposals, presentations and pitches as requested by the Sales team.

Station and Show Imaging:

• Conceptualising, producing and uploading creative station and show imaging that appeals to existing and potential listeners.
• Developing seasonal, campaign and line-up imaging in accordance with the approved imaging calendar.
• Applying appropriate production techniques, sound design and audio effects to create engaging and innovative imaging that aligns with the station's creative direction.

Production and Audio Support:

• Producing liners, promos, pre-recorded interviews and other audio elements as requested by the Content Manager, Sales Manager or Production Supervisor.
• Providing audio production support for programming, sales, marketing and other business initiatives as required.
• Collaborating with presenters and producers to ensure production requirements are met within agreed timelines.

Pre-recorded Shows and Scheduled Audio Features:

• Recording all assigned pre-recorded shows and station features, including recurring content.
• Editing and finalising recorded material to broadcast standards.
• Submitting completed recordings for scheduling within required deadlines to ensure seamless broadcast operations.

Compiling and Maintaining Audio Archives:

• Collating and compiling programme dubbings for Programme Compliance Assessments (PCAs) and ICASA reporting requirements.
• Maintaining accurate and organised audio archives for end-of-year reporting and compliance purposes.
• Ensuring all required audio material is submitted accurately and within prescribed deadlines.

Qualifications:

• National Diploma - Radio Production / Sound Engineering - Essential

Experience:

• Radio Production - 3 years - Essential

Technology Proficiency:

• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) - Intermediate
• Digital Audio Workstations (Pro Tools) - Advanced
• Zetta / Selector - Intermediate
• Music & Sound Effect Libraries - Advanced

Technical / Job Specific Competencies:

• Accuracy / Attention to Detail
• Contributing to Team Success
• Initiating Action
• Planning & Organising
• Managing Work