TVC NIGERIA RECRUITMENT OF GRADUATES TO FILL THE POSITION OF NEWS PRODUCERS 2017/2018

Job Title: News Producers
Department:  News
Location: Lagos
Reports to:  Bulletin Editor
Employment Type:  Full Time

Responsibilities 
  • Writing and producing video news items and scripts for running orders
  • Sourcing video and graphic content for stories, including SOTs and VOs
  • Carry out assigned roles during bulletins in the Programme Control Room (PCR) or on the newsroom floor
  • Co-ordinate lives in studio and the PCR in conjunction with the planning desk
  • Guest management
  • Work closely with video editors and graphics to ensure content matches the look and feel of TVC News.
  • Assist Bulletin Editors in managing running orders
  • Execute other assigned duties as required
Key Performance Indicators
  • News scriptwriting and video production
  • Sourcing stories for rolling bulletins
  • Meeting deadlines
  • Being in the PCR early to ensure all needed set-up on the CG is ready and ensure guests are coordinated and ready for live external interviews
  • Ensure Backo is ready for bulletins
  • Proofread all entries into the character generator to minimize on-air errors.
Work/Business Contact and Authority               
  • Assignment Desk
  • Bulletin Editors
  • Research Desk
  • Video Editors
  • Graphics
  • Technical/Studio
  • Ingest
  • MCR/PCR
  • Camera Unit
  • News Library

Critical Qualification/Skills/Experience

  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • Minimum of one year’s experience in a television newsroom
  • Advanced keyboard skills
  • Excellent written and spoken English
  • Excellent Interpersonal Relations
  • Time Management Skills
  • Attention to detail
Learning & Career Opportunities
In this position, the incumbent will have an opportunity to acquire skills and knowledge in the following areas:
  • Effective news scripting
  • Knowledge and experience in television news production
  • Teamwork
Application Deadline
Monday, 18th December 2017