Account Executive (JHB North)

In brief

**Overview** This role is for an Outside Broadcast and Desktop Support Engineer at eMedia Investments, specifically for YFM’s broadcasts. The individual is responsible for ensuring the seamless technical delivery of YFM’s broadcasts by managing outside broadcast engineering, desktop support, and technical production. This includes producing high-quality, youth-focused audio content, maintaining and safeguarding broadcast equipment, and providing reliable technical and IT support. The role also involves building and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships to enable smooth operations, innovation, and an enhanced listener experience. **What you will do** * **Outside Broadcast Engineering:** * Conduct site visits/inspections at least one day prior to Outside Broadcasts to ensure sufficient power, connectivity with the studio, and optimal location. * Transport the Outside Broadcast van safely with all necessary equipment to and from locations. * Set up and test Outside Broadcast equipment at least two hours prior to broadcast time. * Continuously monitor the broadcast feed to ensure maximum audio quality. * Strike down Outside Broadcasts and ensure safe handling of equipment. * Set up and monitor all audio monitors, mix DJ CDJs, and other equipment as required. * **Desktop Support:** * Provide group and individual access to LAN and required resources. * Register new users and delete old users. * Assign, change, and control end-user passwords. * Liaise consistently with the group IT department. * Create and maintain configuration files for client machines. * Assign users effective permissions. * Install and configure standard workstation software. * Install department-specific special applications. * Install antivirus software, including monitoring and updating for clients. * Maintain and support public folders. * Monitor and manage mail flow to external and internal destinations. * Provide support for the RCS or any other system. * Provide Office application support. * Keep a detailed record of all desktop support requests and queries. * Be available 24/7 for any emergency callout or support requirements. * **Technical Production:** * Record, edit, and mix sound from various sources on a Mac-based Digital Audio Workstation (DAW). * Familiarize with YFM’s line-up, including understanding the mindset of every show and its presenters, to produce promos and imaging that capture the essence of that particular show. * Produce industry-standard promotions and imaging products suited to the youth market, efficiently and to deadline. * Perform a producing role when recording voice artists for skits and audio montages. * Deal with show host requirements during live broadcasts (loading audio clips onto the on-air play out system) and work under time pressure. * Run the on-air desk efficiently during an outside broadcast. * Maintain his/her studio in working order. * Keep up with global industry standards in production. * Consistently generate ideas and conceptualize with the on-air team. * **Equipment Care:** * Be responsible and accountable for the broadcast equipment. * Ensure safe storage of all equipment whilst on-site and on office premises. * Take personal responsibility for YFM equipment. * **Stakeholder Relationships:** * Build, support, and maintain interpersonal and team relationships to ensure a stable working environment and achievement of team objectives. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * **Qualifications:** * National Senior Certificate (NQF Level 4) - Essential * National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in IT/Sound Engineering - Essential * **Experience:** * 1 year in IT Support (Office 365) - Essential * 2 years in Outside Broadcasting / Live Sound Setup - Essential * Drivers License - Essential * **Language Proficiency:** * English - Intermediate * **Technology Proficiency:** * Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) - Intermediate * **Technical / Job Specific Competencies:** * Monitoring / Follow Up * Accuracy / Attention to Detail * Stress Tolerance * Continuous Learning **Who should apply** Candidates responsible for ensuring seamless technical delivery of broadcasts, specifically managing outside broadcast engineering, desktop support, and technical production. This includes individuals capable of producing high-quality, youth-focused audio content, maintaining and safeguarding broadcast equipment, and providing reliable technical and IT support. Applicants should also be adept at building and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships. Essential qualifications include a National Senior Certificate (NQF Level 4) and a National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in IT/Sound Engineering. Required experience includes 1 year in IT Support (Office 365) and 2 years in Outside Broadcasting / Live Sound Setup, along with a Driver's License. Intermediate proficiency in English and Microsoft Office Suite is necessary. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong monitoring/follow-up skills, accuracy/attention to detail, stress tolerance, and a commitment to continuous learning. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/outside-broadcast-and-desktop-support-engineer-emedia-investments Source: myjobmag

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