* Floor managing in studio and or outside broadcasts/productions
* Communicating all instructions from director to presenters and crew on the studio floor, either by voice or signal
* Updating presenters with changes in scripts while on air
* Responsible for presenters needs
* Maintaining discipline on the floor while on air
* Ensuring all set ups required for shoot, e.g. set furniture, backdrops etc. are put in place
* Ensuring call times are adhered to, for crew and talent
* Ensuring guests understand studio protocol e.g. cell phones off, silence when not answering a question etc
* checking that equipment, e.g. microphones and earpieces, are working before the show
* seating the audience (if in attendance)
* keeping the director and producer informed of action off-camera
* assisting in the planning and preparation of productions
* looking ahead in the programme schedule to anticipate any changes to
the set or to see what props are required later in the show
* referring to floor plans
* dealing with any technical problems or crises on the studio floor
* keeping safe areas' and fire exits clear of equipment
Requirements
Understanding of:
* broadcast environment and language of television
* production e.g. live/pre-recorded programmes
Ability to:
* take direction from e.g. Directors/producers
* work under pressure, take initiative and be proactive
* solving problems and attention to detail
* be proactive
* be computer literate e.g. email, Word, Excel etc
* The successful candidates will be required to work irregular hours including weekends and public holidays
* These are contract positions only
If you possess the criteria and qualifications as stated, please send your application together with a detailed CV to jobs@etv.co.za.
If you have not heard from e.tv within three weeks of submitting your CV, please assume that your application is not successful.