Wakili Digital Media, a media consultancy is recruiting the following staff for an FM Station in Abuja, Nigeria.
Head of News
Qualification
Minimum of Bachelors degree/ HND in Mass Communication/related fields. A PG qualification in communication will be an advantage.
Skills
• Must be able to provide leadership and guidance in a radio newsroom.
• Must thoroughly understand the psychology and impact of radio.
• Must understand the art of breaking news on radio.
• Must understand what it means to lead a team that tells stories for the ear and not the eye.
• Must be able to think outside the box and adapt to changing media realities.
*Note
Ability to use editing software like cool edit pro and adobe audition will be a distinct advantage.
Success in this role means that you:
• Must have a strong analytical mind and are able to bring fresh perspectives to news.
NOTE
• The Head of news must be a consummate news person with at least seven years experience. With the last three of them in a similar role.
Reporter/Anchor
Qualification
Minimum of Bachelors degree/HND in Mass Communication/Related fields.
Skills
• Must be able to tell a story in crisp, conversational English.
• Must have the ability to sniff out a good story.
• Must be able to work under pressure to beat deadlines.
• Must be able to script and edit their own stories independently.
• Must be able to script to sound.
*Note
Ability to use editing software like cool edit pro and adobe audition will be a distinct advantage.
General Requirements.
All candidates must have a good grasp of English (both spoken and written). Must have a strong analytical mind and capable of bringing fresh perspectives to news.
Additional training will be provided for successful candidates.
Kindly send an updated CV which addresses the brief on or before Friday February 5,2016 to: wakilidigital@gmail.com
