OVERALL PURPOSE:
Reporting to the Supervising News Editor the job holder will be responsible for coordinating news gathering operations as well as producing various news and current affairs shows for the company.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Leading editorial meetings.
Supervising ENG Reporters and assigning stories ENG Reporters.
Vetting pitches, improving on story ideas. Improving ENG Reporters scripts and deliverables.
Securing interviews that promote the news product
Editing scripts (format adherence, fact checking, redundancy etc.) and ensuring they meet the house style.
Quality control of news productions. Watching produced clips/documentaries/features/shows and ensuring house style is met.
Creating a news roster of deliverables and dates. Ensuring deadlines are adhered to.
Reviewing performance of ENG Reporters. Leading pre-production and post-production with assigned crew i.e. ENG Reporters and Cameraman.
Monitor news feeds and create a vibrant news/features docket.
Develop original content including news shows that build channel viewership
Ensure timely delivery of bulletin/editorial content by anchor/host(s)
Any other duty as may be assigned by the Head of Department
EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCES
University Degree in Journalism or a relevant field from a recognized institution
Three (3) years relevant experience in a busy news environment, preferably a television station.
Impeccable command of English and Kiswahili
Ability to work long odd hours
Excellent Editing skills
People management skills.
Demonstrated leadership skills
Understanding of Media Laws & Ethics
Self driven, assertive, punctual & organized
Have a nose for news, widely knowledgeable & attention to detail
Demonstrate enthusiasm, drive, commitment, honesty and loyalty
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