Commission Editor
Current• Plan, budget and commission programmes to meet the network’s scheduling requirements • Provide effective input to the channel’s planning • Provide creative direction for the Network’s output • Take overall editorial responsibility for programmes, and ensure that programmes are delivered as commissioned and satisfy SABC editorial standards and Corporate policies• Establish and maintain effective relations with independent producers and industry bodies • Liaise with and… Show more • Plan, budget and commission programmes to meet the network’s scheduling requirements • Provide effective input to the channel’s planning • Provide creative direction for the Network’s output • Take overall editorial responsibility for programmes, and ensure that programmes are delivered as commissioned and satisfy SABC editorial standards and Corporate policies• Establish and maintain effective relations with independent producers and industry bodies • Liaise with and develop projects, advise and assist in selecting talent and ensure delivery according to contractual obligations with the independent production industry• Advise the independent production industry accordingly and ensure programmes comply with legal, contractual and copyright requirements• Work closely with the other SABC departments (research, marketing and sales) to maximise audience share and income generation • Ensure that commissioned programmes meets mandate targets• Ensure that the audiences are satisfied with Drama programme offerings • Act as an editor/editorial advisor on programmes for broadcast • Keeping abreast of industry trends locally and in internationally • Provide creative input into the Drama portfolio’s current programmes and in the conceptualization of new programmes • Cost effective compliance, utilization and management of allocated budget Show less
