Careers at Cape Town TV

CTV has periodic openings for positions in the organisation. Some jobs are done by volunteers, while others are awarded to interns.  The internship system enables young people to gain experience in the world of television in a learnership position for six-month periods.   CTV has a small permanent staff of media professionals who manage the organisation and a mix of freelancers and interns as studio crew, journalists and videographers.

Internships

Cape Town TV has a limited number of internships for certain positions within the organisation. When internship positions become available they are advertised on the CTV website and Facebook page, as well as in television industry online media.

Internships generally last six months, except for voluntary student positions that are related to study programmes. However internships may be extended for a further six months under exceptional circumstances. To apply for an internship position, send your full CV including references to jobs@capetowntv.org. 

Students currently studying at tertiary education institutions may also apply for voluntary positions as part of their studies. Foreign students may apply for unpaid internships at CTV – they are then responsible for all their costs while in South Africa and must have their own laptop computer.

Mentoring

CTV employs skilled professionals from the video industry to run the main functions at the station. Interns work in specific areas related to CTV’s operational requirements.

Volunteers

Cape Town TV provides opportunities for people to get involved in television production.

For those who have completed a video production course or with industry work experience, CTV offers placements so that you can develop and hone your video production skills.

Join our crew of studio volunteers to learn more about real-life television studio operations through camera work, vision mixing and studio management.

Producers, presenters, script writers, video editors and directors can gain valuable experience through volunteering on CTV productions. Create your own show and send us your proposal – if it is accepted, we can help you to find finance and resources for your production.

Join our volunteer database now. While a video or media qualification is not required, the applicant must have relevant skills, e.g. in video production, so work experience also qualifies.

Applications

Internships are advertised on our website (keep an eye out on this page periodically), and in industry media including Bizcommunity.co.za and Filmcontact.com.

News Journalist

Cape Town TV is seeking a dynamic and versatile journalist with mid-level experience to join our vibrant news team. We are looking for someone who is passionate about storytelling and who is eager to contribute to a community-focused platform.

Cape Town Daily is a 26-minute, daily news bulletin including local news, features and events. This community-engaged news service relies on audience engagement to identify stories on the ground and includes a stringer network of remote contributors using mobile journalism techniques to capture, edit and produce stories using mobile devices.  

Key Responsibilities:

 Create compelling news stories and features across multiple platforms (TV, online, social media).

  • Conduct interviews, research, and fact-check information for accurate reporting.
  • Support a stringer network of remote contributors. 
  • Write and edit news scripts for TV bulletins and digital. 
  • Maintain a high standard of journalism ethics and practices.

 Skills, Qualifications and Attributes:

  • Education: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Journalism and Media Studies.
  • Experience: 2-3 years of experience in journalism, preferably in a television or digital news environment.
  • MOJO Expertise: Proficient in mobile journalism (video shooting, audio, and mobile editing software like Adobe Premiere  or CapCut).
  • Writing: Strong writing skills for both broadcast and digital platforms.
  • Multimedia Skills: Ability to produce video, audio, and photo content independently using mobile devices. 
  • Social Media Savvy: Understanding of social media tools, trends, and audience engagement strategies.
  • Technical Skills: Familiarity with video editing software, mobile news apps, and standard office tools (Word, Excel).
  • Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced newsroom environment.
  • Attention to Detail: Strong research and fact-checking abilities to ensure accurate reporting.
  • Flexible Schedule: Willingness to work weekends or after hours when necessary.

 What we Offer: 

 A creative, community-driven environment that fosters journalistic integrity.

  • Opportunities for professional development and growth.
  • A platform to explore innovative storytelling, particularly through mobile journalism.

 To apply please send a letter of motivation and your CV (with 3 references) to jobs@capetowntv.org by 30 September 2024. Please note, due to the number of applications we receive, we will communicate with short listed candidates only.