Senior Producer —- Filled

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

(IPE Factors: Impact & Innovation)

• A news producer is one of the most integral members of any news production team.
• Takes all the elements of a newscast (packages, video, graphics, etc.) and compiles them into a cohesive show.
• Write the script for news anchor(s) to read.
• Organize the show, to ensure that there is good ‘flow’.
• Gather leads for possible stories.
• Monitor the wire agencies/network feeds for potential stories.
• Ensure videos are edited for voice-overs.
• Keep in touch with reporters and crew in the field in order to monitor how stories are developing.
• Write in-show and pre-show teases.
• Co-ordinate live shots.
• Other duties as assigned

CRITICAL QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

(IPE Factor: Knowledge)

• Production skill
• Timeliness
• Research oriented
• Coordination skill
• Interpersonal relations skill
• Accuracy/thoroughness
• First degree in Mass Communication, Humanities or its equivalent. Post Graduate qualification will be an added advantage
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in similar position.