Jobs Kenya

Website: Website http://africa.cgtn.com

  • Line Producer – Sports

    Line Producer – Sports

    Against the backdrop of the shifting media landscape, CGTN Africa is looking for a Line Producer to develop compelling content, which engages African audiences. If successful you join a team striving to make connections with an Africa-wide audience, telling stories of the African continent from a new perspective. The News department is a fast paced environment and having a sixth sense for news will give even inexperienced journalists an upper hand in this competitive career.
    The Line Producer – Sports is responsible for the oversight of live, daily newscasts or other live or pre-taped programs.
    Responsibilities and Duties

    Setting up the rundowns of the weekly sports magazine show Match point;
    Deputizing to manage the sports desk;
    Monitoring content of the daily sports segment in the Africa Live shows;
    Travel for reporting or supervising of sports tournaments happening on the continent – On merit
    Participate in editorial meetings by offering unique story ideas
    Manage writers to produce accurate and relevant stories, while coaching and mentoring them as needed
    Assist guest bookers with generating guest ideas for segments as needed or assigned
    Collaborate with the entire news production team to ensure new coverage is compelling and accurate

    Educational Background and Experience

    Bachelor’s Degree or above required in communications and/or journalism.
    Minimum of five years’ hands-on experience in television production.
    Have a passion for local and world news and must be good at identifying and telling compelling stories.
    Be able to organize reports from different perspectives within a short period of time.
    Be a polished professional with excellent communication skills.
    Have the ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays.

    Skills / Qualifications Required

    Sound editorial judgment
    Must demonstrate good writing skills
    Must be able to multitask
    Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
    Experience working in a dynamic, fast-paced newsroom environment strongly preferred

    The position is located in Nairobi, Kenya and for international candidates, the company facilitates the relocation.

  • Production Coordinator

    Production Coordinator

    Job description
    Responsibilities And Duties

    To assist in conceptualization of ideas, research and to supervise the ‘Big Story’ Documentary production.
    To co-ordinate and liaise with the service providers on behalf of CGTN.
    To oversee the entire pre and post Production process of the documentary till completion to ensure that CGTN policies and guidelines are adhered to.
    Should be able to conduct in-depth research at pre-production level on the story ideas and assist in making selections from the submitted list of stories.
    Ability to oversee and determine the scripting of the documentary.
    Ability to archive and a catalogue programmes and footage for easy future reference

    Educational Background And Experience

    Bachelors/Diploma in Film and Documentary production
    At least 3 years’ experience in Documentary production
    Experience in producing documentaries or short feature stories.
    Conversant and familiar with the latest editing software.
    Have strong skills in reviewing story rough cuts with a keen eye to spot video and audio anomalies.
    Well conversant with the international Documentary production industry
    Aware of the current Documentary and film market trends

    Skills/ Qualifications Required

    Abreast with news and current affairs with vast knowledge of African Countries
    Knowledge in Multi-camera directing and the entire broadcast chain
    Team leading abilities as well as being a team player
    Must be completely fluent in written and spoken English
    Unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards
    Creative mind and receptive to new ideas
    Ability to work under pressure
    Good planner and organizer
    Possess a keen eye for detail
    Must be available to work holidays, shifts that include late evenings and weekends

    The position is located in Nairobi, Kenya and for international candidates, the company facilitates the relocation. If you meet the above qualifications and are interested in working in a fast paced, fun environment, please send your CV, and video links for your work to recruitment@bvm.co.ke by Tuesday 15th May 2018. The subject of your mail should be the title of the position you are applying for.

  • Talk Show Producer Talk Show Planner New Media Reporter Sports Reporter/Editor Desk Planner Copy Editor, Newsroom Video Editor News Anchor

    Talk Show Producer Talk Show Planner New Media Reporter Sports Reporter/Editor Desk Planner Copy Editor, Newsroom Video Editor News Anchor

    Job description
    Responsibilities And Duties

    Produce a live and compelling talk show
    Editing for TV and digital/social media
    Direct and coordinate hosts and production team during live shoots
    Summarize information into easy-to-understand components
    Conceive, book and execute program segments and live features

    Educational Background And Experience

    Bachelor’s degree and in communication, TV production, international relations, African studies and other related areas
    At least two years’ experience in TV/ Talk Show production
    Ability to execute both studio and field production functions
    Creative presentation style, and ability to showcase all resources and elements
    Proficiency with editing software
    Great passion for TV and exchanges of ideas

    Skills/ Qualifications Required

    Must be completely fluent in written and spoken English
    Unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards
    Excellent writing skills with the ability to structure and script for shows
    Great attention to detail
    Ability to multi-task
    Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
    Must be a team player
    Must be available to work holidays, shifts that include late evenings and weekends
    Proficiency in French and other languages used in Africa will be an added advantage

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  • Production Coordinator

    Production Coordinator

    Job description
    Responsibilities And Duties

    To assist in conceptualization of ideas, research and to supervise the ‘Big Story’ Documentary production.
    To co-ordinate and liaise with the service providers on behalf of CGTN.
    To oversee the entire pre and post Production process of the documentary till completion to ensure that CGTN policies and guidelines are adhered to.
    Should be able to conduct in-depth research at pre-production level on the story ideas and assist in making selections from the submitted list of stories.
    Ability to oversee and determine the scripting of the documentary.
    Ability to archive and a catalogue programmes and footage for easy future reference

    Educational Background And Experience

    Bachelors/Diploma in Film and Documentary production
    At least 3 years’ experience in Documentary production
    Experience in producing documentaries or short feature stories.
    Conversant and familiar with the latest editing software.
    Have strong skills in reviewing story rough cuts with a keen eye to spot video and audio anomalies.
    Well conversant with the international Documentary production industry
    Aware of the current Documentary and film market trends

    Skills/ Qualifications Required

    Abreast with news and current affairs with vast knowledge of African Countries
    Knowledge in Multi-camera directing and the entire broadcast chain
    Team leading abilities as well as being a team player
    Must be completely fluent in written and spoken English
    Unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards
    Creative mind and receptive to new ideas
    Ability to work under pressure
    Good planner and organizer
    Possess a keen eye for detail
    Must be available to work holidays, shifts that include late evenings and weekends

    The position is located in Nairobi, Kenya and for international candidates, the company facilitates the relocation. If you meet the above qualifications and are interested in working in a fast paced, fun environment, please send your CV, and video links for your work to recruitment@bvm.co.ke by Tuesday 15th May 2018. The subject of your mail should be the title of the position you are applying for.

  • Talk Show Producer Talk Show Planner New Media Reporter Sports Reporter/Editor Desk Planner Copy Editor, Newsroom Video Editor News Anchor

    Talk Show Producer Talk Show Planner New Media Reporter Sports Reporter/Editor Desk Planner Copy Editor, Newsroom Video Editor News Anchor

    Job description
    Responsibilities And Duties

    Produce a live and compelling talk show
    Editing for TV and digital/social media
    Direct and coordinate hosts and production team during live shoots
    Summarize information into easy-to-understand components
    Conceive, book and execute program segments and live features

    Educational Background And Experience

    Bachelor’s degree and in communication, TV production, international relations, African studies and other related areas
    At least two years’ experience in TV/ Talk Show production
    Ability to execute both studio and field production functions
    Creative presentation style, and ability to showcase all resources and elements
    Proficiency with editing software
    Great passion for TV and exchanges of ideas

    Skills/ Qualifications Required

    Must be completely fluent in written and spoken English
    Unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards
    Excellent writing skills with the ability to structure and script for shows
    Great attention to detail
    Ability to multi-task
    Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
    Must be a team player
    Must be available to work holidays, shifts that include late evenings and weekends
    Proficiency in French and other languages used in Africa will be an added advantage

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  • Digital Planner Digital News Editor/Reporter

    Digital Planner Digital News Editor/Reporter

    Job description
    Manage CCTV Africa’s Digital Media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and the website. Ensure that all accounts have content that’s compelling and timely.
    Coordinate with the TV planning teams ensuring that the Digital Media Team is participating in all relevant editorial coverage.
    Pitch compelling stories that CCTV Africa’ audiences will want to share online.
    Collaborate with TV reporters and correspondents in the field, building relationships and ensuring content relevant for digital platforms is consistently provided for the Digital Media Team.
    Ensure that breaking news and focused big news events are tweeted live and updates on CCTV Africa’ssocial media platforms in real time
    Push the promotion of CCTV Africa’s programs on social media, including, Global Biz, Match Point, Talk Africa, Faces of Africa and any major special series coverage.
    Keep track of the emerging and trending stories across Africa on social media and ensure that CCTV Africa is covering them.
    Develop discussion on central African stories and issues on Social Media platforms. Thereby promoting CCTV Africa as the “go-to” source for African opinion.
    Collect feedback regarding CCTV news from our audiences and conduct polls or surveys to understand our viewers’ key concerns.
    Coordinate with Beijing and Washington DC digital media team in order to promote CCTVNEWS as a whole
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  • Production Coordinator

    Production Coordinator

    Job description
    Responsibilities And Duties

    To assist in conceptualization of ideas, research and to supervise the ‘Big Story’ Documentary production.
    To co-ordinate and liaise with the service providers on behalf of CGTN.
    To oversee the entire pre and post Production process of the documentary till completion to ensure that CGTN policies and guidelines are adhered to.
    Should be able to conduct in-depth research at pre-production level on the story ideas and assist in making selections from the submitted list of stories.
    Ability to oversee and determine the scripting of the documentary.
    Ability to archive and a catalogue programmes and footage for easy future reference

    Educational Background And Experience

    Bachelors/Diploma in Film and Documentary production
    At least 3 years’ experience in Documentary production
    Experience in producing documentaries or short feature stories.
    Conversant and familiar with the latest editing software.
    Have strong skills in reviewing story rough cuts with a keen eye to spot video and audio anomalies.
    Well conversant with the international Documentary production industry
    Aware of the current Documentary and film market trends

    Skills/ Qualifications Required

    Abreast with news and current affairs with vast knowledge of African Countries
    Knowledge in Multi-camera directing and the entire broadcast chain
    Team leading abilities as well as being a team player
    Must be completely fluent in written and spoken English
    Unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards
    Creative mind and receptive to new ideas
    Ability to work under pressure
    Good planner and organizer
    Possess a keen eye for detail
    Must be available to work holidays, shifts that include late evenings and weekends

    The position is located in Nairobi, Kenya and for international candidates, the company facilitates the relocation. If you meet the above qualifications and are interested in working in a fast paced, fun environment, please send your CV, and video links for your work to recruitment@bvm.co.ke by Tuesday 15th May 2018. The subject of your mail should be the title of the position you are applying for.

  • Talk Show Producer Talk Show Planner New Media Reporter Sports Reporter/Editor Desk Planner Copy Editor, Newsroom Video Editor News Anchor

    Talk Show Producer Talk Show Planner New Media Reporter Sports Reporter/Editor Desk Planner Copy Editor, Newsroom Video Editor News Anchor

    Job description
    Responsibilities And Duties

    Produce a live and compelling talk show
    Editing for TV and digital/social media
    Direct and coordinate hosts and production team during live shoots
    Summarize information into easy-to-understand components
    Conceive, book and execute program segments and live features

    Educational Background And Experience

    Bachelor’s degree and in communication, TV production, international relations, African studies and other related areas
    At least two years’ experience in TV/ Talk Show production
    Ability to execute both studio and field production functions
    Creative presentation style, and ability to showcase all resources and elements
    Proficiency with editing software
    Great passion for TV and exchanges of ideas

    Skills/ Qualifications Required

    Must be completely fluent in written and spoken English
    Unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards
    Excellent writing skills with the ability to structure and script for shows
    Great attention to detail
    Ability to multi-task
    Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
    Must be a team player
    Must be available to work holidays, shifts that include late evenings and weekends
    Proficiency in French and other languages used in Africa will be an added advantage

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