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919 Academy launching in 2024

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(This site is a training facility for the 919 Academy and is not open to the general public; not yet!)

The 919 Academy is an intensive six-month programme that will drop new recruits into the heart of our operation. They will learn how to produce, how to conduct an interview, how to write a news bulletin, how to feed music into our digital library and how to catalogue that music, how to produce promotional clips, how to market events, how to sell advertisements, how to know what is and is not allowed on air, and finally, to get behind the mike and show us what they are made of.

1. Are you a South African citizen, young, vibrant, spunky, proactive, presentable, and be able to work under pressure?
2. Do you sound good?
3. Do you have a degree or a diploma from a university or an accredited tertiary institution?
4. Do you speak very good English as well as being fluent in at least one other South African language?
5. Do you love and understand music, especially 919's music?
6. Are you prepared to put in many long hours learning from the brightest talents in radio with enthusiasm and determination for six months without dropping out?

Successful applicants will be expected to sign contracts binding them to workplace rules, the company disciplinary code, and the Broadcasting Code of Conduct. Successful applicants will receive a small stipend to supplement their travel and accommodation. The 919 Academy is a learnership programme, not an offer of employment. Successful completion of the 919 Academy programme does not guarantee employment at our associated companies. 

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Course outline

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GMDP 919 Academy™

Certificate programme in broadcasting

Duration

Six months

Purpose

Train a new generation of South African broadcasters in all aspects of radio presentation and production with a strong emphasis on ethics and social awareness underpinned by technical skills.

Target Audience

Anyone looking to develop a career in broadcasting including as a presenter or journalist

Learning assumed to be in place

Proficiency in English and one other official language.
A tertiary qualification (degree or diploma) from a recognised tertiary institution requiring at least three years of study.
Recognition of prior learning may be applied if the candidate has at least three years related experience in the media industry.

Exit Level Outcomes (Credits)

  1. Demonstrate competence in basic general knowledge. (5)
  2. Demonstrate competence in knowledge of music, musicians, and music history. (5)
  3. Demonstrate competence in basic media research. (5)
  4. Demonstrate competence in basic law, legal systems, the constitution, and laws affecting the media. (5)
  5. Demonstrate competence in media ethics including accuracy, objectivity, and fairness. (5)
  6. Demonstrate a knowledge of the factors that affect broadcasting (history, ownership, regulatory framework). (5)
  7. Demonstrate ability to write voicers and radio scripts. (10)
  8. Demonstrate ability to research, compile, and produce radio news stories. (10)
  9. Demonstrate ability to record sound and perform interviews. (5)
  10. Demonstrate ability to transfer recorded material to non-linear editing system. (5)
  11. Demonstrate ability to edit sound on non-linear editing system including basic mixing of music and voice. (5)
  12. Demonstrate ability to competently operate mixing desk with multiple audio sources including digital playback systems, telephone, Zoom/Skype or similar where applicable. (5)
  13. Demonstrate ability to conduct live face-to-face and telephone interviews. (10)
  14. Demonstrate ability to present competently on air including speaking off the cuff unassisted for 3 minutes on an impromptu subject. (10)
  15. Demonstrate ability to create radio features including appropriate selection of music from existing playlist. (10)

Teaching methods

A combination of:

  • Interactive online learning
  • On-the-job (workplace learning);
  • Lectures (online); and
  • weekly assignments.

Learning and reference materials

To be provided in class or online as required

Scheduling

Up to 40 hours per week including weekend and shift work as required by the workplace

Assessment

Based on attaining a minimum of 50 percent of credits overall including a final written examination requiring a 50 percent pass mark.

Moderation options

Moderation by industry professionals who will be in possession of an applicable qualification and/or the necessary minimum industry experience

Human Resources

  • Course coordinator and lecture administrative assistant
  • Workplace mentors in various skill sets.

Physical resources

  • Lecture area
  • Shared workspace with internet-connected desktop computers.
  • Production facilities including studios and related equipment
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