Programing and Content Intern

SUMMARY:
Signa Opportunity is recruiting unemployed youth for quality workplace experience through the Youth Employment Service (YES) initiative.

POSITION INFO:
About the role
The Programmes and Content Intern will support the planning, development, and delivery of programmes and content for
the company, with a specific focus on the Companys Film Market. The role is designed to provide hands-on experience in film market programming, content development, and creative industry coordination.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and coordination of programmes for the Soweto Film Market, including workshops, pitch
• sessions, screenings, and industry discussions.
• Assist with content planning, research, and preparation aligned to programme objectives and target audiences.
• Liaise with facilitators, speakers, filmmakers, and industry stakeholders to support programme delivery.
• Support scheduling, programme documentation, and content flow across market activities.
• Contribute to the creation and management of programme-related content, including briefs, summaries, and promotional materials.
• Assist with on-the-ground programme execution during events, ensuring smooth coordination and adherence to schedules.
• Support internal teams by providing programme updates, reports, and post-event feedback documentation.
• Contribute ideas and insights that enhance programme relevance, innovation, and audience engagement.

• South African Unemployed youth between the ages of 18 and 34.
• Must not have participated on the YES programme before.
• Matric.
• Qualification in Film, Media Studies, Communications, Marketing, Events Management, Creative Arts, or a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate ideas clearly and professionally.
• Basic understanding of the film, television, or creative industries, particularly within a South African context.
• Ability to work with digital tools such as Microsoft Office or Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides) at a basic to intermediate level.
• Good organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously.
• Ability to conduct basic research and compile information into summaries or reports of 1–3 pages when required.
• Willingness to work collaboratively within a team and engage with external stakeholders such as facilitators, creatives, and partners.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow programme briefs and guidelines.