Job Ref: HR-NP-07-2012
Nation
Media Group, the largest independent media house in East and Central Africa
with operations in print, broadcast and digital media and which attracts and
serves unparalleled audiences in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Rwanda is seeking
to recruit an experienced and self-motivated individual to the position
of News
Producer – QTV.
- Coordinate
assignments for reporters in liaison with the News Editor;
- Brief, debrief
and advise reporters on video images suitable for a compelling TV
story/feature;
- Sub script for
reporters;
- Translate into
Kiswahili stories from correspondents and international news agencies;
- Participate in
creation/formulation of ideas for news, features and current affairs
shows;
- Participate in
the planning of big stories and in breaking news;
- Work with the
News Editor to achieve delivery of competitive and flawless news bulletins
within set deadlines;
- Guide
reporters and news staff on quality control measures, in adherence to
editorial guidelines;
- Work hand in
hand with News Directors and Video Editors to ensure seamless coordination
in editing stories and delivery of newscasts.
Knowledge & Skills requirements:
- University
Degree;
- Diploma in
Journalism/Mass Communication;
- 5 years working
experience as a Senior Reporter;
- Proficiency in
both Kiswahili and English languages, with excellent news judgment
and aggressive;
- Ability to think
outside the traditional news sources and a true newshound;
- Multimedia
editing skills;
- Ability to work
with minimum supervision and cope with pressure and tight deadlines.
This position
offers an excellent career growth opportunity and a competitive remuneration
package.
If you
meet the above criteria, apply online at http://careers.nationmedia.com before 19th August,
2012.
Only shortlisted
applicants shall be contacted.
