Kabelo Moremi

§ Strategic planning and Content Development

• Research and investigate Industry trends and changes in the market
• Report on alternate programmes/channels/trends and proactively present and discuss new ideas
• Provide Development expertise for the reality team (International and Local formats and Docu-reality genres) within the department
• Provide Content DNA guidance across all the reality content produced for Mzansi Channels, Music channels and Showmax
• Work closely with Senior Manager on ensuring that the strategic objectives are met
• Write commission briefs according to channel strategy
• Develop innovative new local content programmes taking into consideration the Channels positioning and strategy
• Develop and Pilot new reality formats for the Mzansi Channels, Music channels and Showmax audience
• Ensure effective integration and alignment for Sponsors and Advertises funded programming
• Prepare content briefs for the industry and manage pitching sessions
• Quarterly evaluated unsolicited reality submission that come through the submissions portal
• Establish and maintain effective relationship with Independent Producers with Production companies and sponsors
• Collaborate on marketing and publicity rollouts and execution
• Work with `media sales to facilitate brand collaborations with channel
• Align with the subscriber growth strategy for DSTV and Showmax
• Manage all production houses and suppliers strictly to contractual deliverables and ensure all contracts agreements are signed prior to production
• Monitor commissioned programme performance against set business targets
• Develop contingency plans where improvements are required
• Ensure compliance with the BCCSA standards
• Ensure that all regulatory and rights clearances (i.e Music/location/talent) as set out by commissioning/licensing contract is secured

• Facilitated communication between hosts, guests, sponsors, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless collaboration throughout each project phase.
• Maintained a high level of professionalism in all interactions, ensuring positive working relationships with hosts, guests, sponsors, and colleagues.
• Ensured smooth production workflow by coordinating with hosts, guests, and technical staff before recording sessions.
• Maintained a consistent release schedule by managing time efficiently and prioritizing tasks effectively.
• Monitored podcast analytics to identify trends, optimize content strategy, and maximize listener retention rates.
• Identified opportunities for cross-promotion by connecting with complementary podcasts within similar industries or interest areas.
• Conducted thorough research on industry trends to stay informed about important developments in the field of podcasting.
• Created detailed show notes for each episode to provide additional resources for listeners seeking further information.
• Developed project budgets and managed production costs.
• Collaborated with network executives to define and propel organization's mission and vision.
• Booked guests for on-air interviews and assigned stories to reporters to manage coverage and schedule needs.
• Developed strong partnerships with other businesses to allow for collaboration and more significant opportunities for growth.
• Negotiated favorable contracts with suppliers, reducing costs while maintaining product quality.

· Support the development of innovative new programmes taking into consideration the Channels positioning and strategy

· Spot new trends in scripted content, new territories and approaches to contemporary programmes

· Ensure assigned commissioned content achieves set ratings

· Work closely with CE in ensuring that assigned programming meets targets for audience ratings and is commercially viable

• Initiate and finalize the production contracting process with sign off from the CE
• Write commission brief according channel strategy
• Commission content briefs to Industry and obtain approval from the CE
• Review and assess programme proposals as assigned by CE
• Invite production houses to pitch proposals
• Assist in the selection of successful proposals in alignment with channel content strategy
• Facilitate the providing of feedback to production companies

· Conceptualize themes for live shows

· Write scripts

· Conceptualize show inserts

· Stay up to date with industry trends to make sure content is relevant to the target audience