Trace TV: Music and Programming Internships 2023/ 2024

Trace TV invites unemployed graduates to apply for Music and Programming Internship Programme 2023 / 2024

Internship Application Closing Date: 03 November 2023

Internship Location: Rosebank, Johannesburg, South Africa

Trace TV is offering a Music & Programming Internship for 2023/2024 and is inviting recent graduates to apply for this opportunity. Here is the detailed information about the internship, including eligibility requirements and the application process:

About Trace TV:

• Trace is an international brand that focuses on Afro-Urban culture and music. It encompasses various media platforms, including Trace Africa.
• Trace offers a mix of music videos, specials, and documentaries, covering a wide range of music genres, including kwaito, house, sungura, coupé-décalé, Afro-pop, rumba, and ndombolo.
• With its headquarters in Paris and a presence in three African countries, Trace has become an international broadcasting and news platform.
• Trace’s website, trace.tv, provides the latest African pop news, featuring music through featured content, charts, playlists, clips, events, and live performances.

Key Responsibilities: The Music & Programming Intern will have the following responsibilities:

• Assist in sourcing and selecting music video content for TRACE urban, TRACE Africa & TRACE gospel.
• Help allocate music to different chart shows for the TRACE channels.
• Update the Electronic Program Guide (EPG) for all TRACE channels.
• Assist with the moderation of TRACE’s shows.
• Perform daily administrative duties.

Qualifications: To be eligible for this internship, candidates should have the following qualifications and attributes:

• A degree in Media/Film and television.
• Prior experience in the music industry (e.g., record label, radio) or media is advantageous.
• Proficiency in computer skills, including PowerPoint, Excel, and G-suite.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of and passion for music (African and international).
• Awareness of the local music scene and artists.
• Self-driven, goal-oriented, and capable of working independently.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and pressured environment with tight deadlines and turnaround times.

How to Apply:

To apply for this Music & Programming Internship at Trace TV, follow these steps:

• Send a comprehensive CV to the Human Resources department with “Music Intern” in the subject line.
• Email your application to sadams@trace.tv.
• The deadline for applications is no later than Friday, November 3, 2023.

Note:

• If you do not receive a response within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application as unsuccessful. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, you may contact the provided email address or visit the official Trace TV website if available.