South African Broadcasting Corporation (Sabc) Vacancies

In brief

**Overview** This role is for a Senior TV GFX Designer within the Technology Division of the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC). The primary purpose of this position is to produce and provide graphic elements for internal and external clients for various shows and productions, ensuring concepts, timeframes, and deliverables are met for broadcast playout. The position reports to the Manager: Graphics & CG Playout. **What you will do** * Create and build graphic templates for specific programmes or productions for CG Playout. * Maintain close working relationships with internal and external clients to optimally deliver on their needs and requirements. * Perform all operations on playout systems for broadcast. * Prepare, capture data or captions, and set up graphic elements as per client instructions. * Ensure minimal or no comebacks on work produced. * Advise and consult with internal and external clients on the optimal utilization of graphics, animations, costs, and alternatives. * Ensure the design, editing, and compositing of graphic elements meet customer requirements. * Check all sponsorship in accordance with SOP and FCC. * Provide formal and informal training and support to other artists and designers to foster staff growth and competence. * Complete all relevant paperwork and administration accurately for statistical, administrative, and financial reconciliation purposes. * Utilize all relevant resources (internet, libraries, stock footage, etc.) to produce optimal quality, innovative outputs for playout. * Participate in creative inputs with clients to create/enhance desired outcomes for playout. * Ensure the technical quality of products complies with EBU and Broadcasting Standards. * Collaborate with the team to resolve any issues arising from the work process and ensure solutions meet client requirements. * Manage the team's workload and provide assistance when needed. * Monitor and assess the performance of equipment and technology to ensure timely maintenance and execution by technical support. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * **Qualifications:** * Matric or Grade 12 * N. Diploma/Degree in Graphic Design or Equivalent qualification * **Experience:** * 3 - 5 years’ experience in a broadcasting environment * Knowledge of TV broadcasting technologies and Playout * **Knowledge:** * Experience with Playout systems (e.g., Lyric Chyron, PaintBox, Pixel, VizRT, Swift RT) * Adobe Creative Suite (PhotoShop and AfterEffects) is an added advantage **Who should apply** This role is suited for an experienced Graphic Designer with a background in TV broadcasting, proficient in creating and managing graphic elements for broadcast playout. The ideal candidate will possess strong client relationship skills, a keen eye for technical quality and compliance with broadcasting standards, and the ability to mentor and support other designers. They should be adept at utilizing various resources for innovative outputs and capable of managing team workload and monitoring equipment performance. **Deadline** 04 November 2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/south-african-broadcasting-corporation-sabc-vacancies-26 Source: govpage

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• Adobe Creative Suite

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