Johannesburg community station Hot 91.9 is looking for an energetic, motivated radio news intern for a 6 month contract. The intern will receive a monthly stipend and intensive training. Send your CV and a covering e-mail with the subject line “Internship Job: *insert your name*” to gladys@hot919.co.za by Closing Date: 31 January 2019.

Duties:

  • Assist the newsroom in delivering accurate and relevant community and Joburg city news to listeners
  • Gather sound and information in the field and on the phone
  • Edit sound
  • Compile and present news reports and packages for bulletins, from the field and in studio
  • Maintain contact and build productive relationships with community and other local sources
  • Contribute to building the station brand

Skills Requirements:

  • A Journalism qualification and/or some radio or journalism experience
  • A valid Driver’s Licence
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Good writing skills
  • Good English verbal communication skills

(A knowledge of the Hot 91.9 community and broadcast area would be an advantage)

Attitude:

Initiative

Integrity

Curiosity

Passion for radio and reporting