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Channels Television is one of the 13 independent television stations currently broadcasting in Nigeria, since the Federal Government deregulated the broadcast media in 1992.
The Company was licensed in June 1993 and allocated a frequency on UHF (channel 39). It began transmission two years later under the name Channels Television and now broadcasts to a well discerning audience of over 20 million people.
We are recruiting to fill the positions below:
Job Title: Business New/Program Anchor
Department: Editorial (Channels TV)
Reports to: Business Editor / Controller News – Current Affairs
Location: Lagos
Job Description
We are looking for a highly qualified, experienced and creative Business Anchor to join our service at the Headquarters in Lagos.
We are dedicated to building a multi-talented workforce and therefore strongly encourage a wide range of applications from relevant individuals in the Media and Business industry. Equal Employment Opportunity is top on our corporate values, regardless of background.
Are you that candidate with the right attitude and exceptional qualities we are looking for, who will effortlessly match competence and experience with our mission, core values and work ethics? Please proceed to read the requirements below:
Job requirements
You would be involved in :
Qualifications/Skills Required
The following will be required of an Ideal candidate :
Qualities:
Job Title: Business Producer
Department: Editorial
Reports to: Business Editor / Controller News – Current Affairs
Location: Lagos
Job Description
We are looking for a highly qualified, experienced and creative Editorial Business Producer to join our service at the Headquarters in Lagos.
We are committed to building a multi-talented workforce and therefore strongly encourage a wide range of applications from relevant individuals in the Media and Business industry. Equal Employment Opportunity is top on our corporate values, regardless of background.
Are you that candidate with the right attitude and exceptional qualities we are looking for, who will effortlessly match competence and experience with our mission, core values and work ethics? Please proceed to read the requirements below:
Job requirements:
Qualifications/Skills Required:
Job Title: Shoot Edit Co-Production
Position Type : Contract (Continuing)
Location : Channels TV, 44-48 Channels TV Avenue Isheri North, Lagos State
Job Description
Channels TV is looking for a highly qualified Shoot Edit Co-Production at its Headquarters in Lagos. We are working with BBC to co-produce a lively, weekly current affairs Programme for Nigerian audiences. It will feature an in depth look at strong African stories, look at issues that touch the lives of Nigerians at home and abroad, deliver original storytelling and hard-hitting studio discussions and interviews.
Are you that candidate with the right attitude and exceptional qualities we are looking for, who will effortlessly match competence and experience with our mission, core values and work ethics?
Please proceed to read the requirements below:
Expectations:
We need a creative and experienced shoot edit to work in a Co-Production Unit and work across all platforms with our journalists who work across TV, Digital and Social platforms. You need to demonstrate that you are experienced in filming and delivering creative ideas for digital and TV.
The successful candidate will need to have excellent knowledge of news and current affairs in Nigeria and across Africa and an understanding of what audiences are looking for in digital and social media news coverage.
To provide high-quality and creative filming from the field, edit video and feed the material back to base.
Working closely with a Reporter you will be responsible for getting to locations with appropriate equipment. You will visually shape ideas for the Channels/BBC co-production as well as contribute your own story ideas.
Job Summary:
It is vital that you have excellent command of spoken and written English and a working grasp of at least one major Nigerian language.
Requirements:
Shooting video of the highest quality for either live transmission or recording, providing a representative visual and audio account of events.
This will include camerawork, sound work and lighting in the field and where required, at base.
Qualifications/Skills:
Qualities:
The following competencies (behaviors and characteristics) have been identified as key to success in the job. Successful candidates are expected to demonstrate these competencies.
Editorial Judgement:
Makes the right editorial and policy decisions based upon a clear understanding of the requirements of news coverage as well as those of the programme departments.
Creative thinking:
Translates news into high quality programming through a detailed understanding of the requirements of the broadcast media. Has imaginative ideas of different story treatments and ideas.
Managing relationships and team working:
Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with a range of people both internally and externally. Works cooperatively with others to be part of a team, as opposed to working separately or competitively.
Decision Making:
Is ready and able to take initiative, originate action and be responsible for the consequences of decisions.
Communication:
The ability to get one’s message understood clearly by adopting a range of styles, tools and techniques appropriate to the audience and the nature of the information.
Influencing Others:
Presents sound and well-reasoned arguments to convince others, including influencing the agenda of targeted outlets.
Job Title: Co-Production Researcher
Position Type : Contract (Continuing)
Location : Channels TV, 44-48 Channels TV Avenue Isheri North, Lagos State
Job Description
Channels TV seeks a Co-production Researcher at its Headquarters in Lagos. We are working with BBC to co-produce a lively, weekly current affairs Programme for Nigerian audiences. It will feature an in depth look at strong African stories, look at issues that touch the lives of Nigerians at home and abroad, deliver original storytelling and hard-hitting studio discussions and interviews.
Are you that candidate with the right attitude and exceptional qualities we are looking for, who will effortlessly match competence and experience with our mission, core values and work ethics?
Please proceed to read the requirements below:
The Job
Multimedia researchers are creative members of the production team who get involved in a wide range of tasks throughout the production process. They contribute ideas, research stories, plan sequences, find contributors, set up and when required filming inserts or interviews, support live broadcasts to ensure guests and content are available and live social media interaction can be used in the TV show, as well as providing production administrative support . The role may also involve working with outside broadcast providers.
Successful candidates will explore ideas, check factual details and undertake in depth background research, obtaining further information from all sources. You will have a track record in delivering ideas and contributing to original journalism. You will have a passion for interactivity through social media platforms and be prepared to immerse yourself in any task to support the production.
You will be expected to write clear treatments and proposals, ensuring consistency of content, quality and style. For developing stories you will be expected to follow coverage, amend and update material as required. You’ll contribute to an exciting, creative environment and be prepared to be flexible.
You will have a passion for current affairs on television. You will be an ideas person with a genuine ambition to find new and engaging ways to combine content with mainstream accessibility, diversity and entertainment values. You will have a good understanding of Nigerian audiences. As part of the core staff you will be expected to embrace flexibility across all output and be prepared to perform the non-editorial administrative tasks as required, in support of the producers.
Knowledge and Skills Requirements:
Researcher duties may encompass any or all of the following:
COMPETENCIES:
Planning and Organizing
Planning and Organizing
Able to think ahead in order to establish an efficient and appropriate course of action for self and others. Prioritizes and plans activities taking into account all the relevant issues and factors such as deadlines, staffing and resource requirements.
Managing Relationships
Able to build and maintain effective working relationships with a range of people.
Communication
Able to express ideas clearly and adapt communication style to the needs of others by using a range of styles and approaches appropriate to the audience and the nature of the information. The ability to understand the effect on others of one’s own personal style of communication.
Editorial Judgement
Able to demonstrate balanced and objective judgement based on a thorough understanding of the project commissioning brief, audience requirements, project guidelines and objectives.
Influencing and Persuading
Able to present sound and well-reasoned arguments to convince others. Can draw from a range of strategies to persuade people in a way that results in agreement or behavior change.
Resilience
Manages personal effectiveness by managing emotions in the face of pressure, set backs or when dealing with provocative situations. Demonstrates an approach to work that is characterized by commitment, motivation and energy.
Flexibility
Adapts and works effectively with a variety of situations, individuals or groups. Also works flexibly with changing technology and production techniques. Appreciates different/opposing perspectives on an issue. Adapts approach as the requirements of a situation change.
Team working
Works co-operatively with others as part of a team. Works alongside, as opposed to, working separately or competitively. Builds and maintains effective working relationships with a wide range of people
Imagination and Creative Thinking
Demonstrates original and imaginative ideas and can transform into practical reality from inception through to programme transmission.
Decision Making
Ready and able to take the initiative and originate action and take responsibility for the consequences of decisions made
Drive and self-development
Commits self to work hard towards defined goals and shows enthusiasm and career commitment and takes opportunities for learning and development
Analytical Thinking
Gathers relevant information from a range of sources and selects what is relevant and significant. Demonstrates a full understanding of the requirement and knowledge of sources and research methodology. Sifts information that is relevant and significant. Translates analysis into practical ideas for programmes. Thinks carefully and decisively particularly when faced with unexpected problems. Has confidence in own judgement but knows when to refer to a more senior level. Logically weighs up factors in order to make rational decisions.
Ability to work with deadlines and without close supervision.
Job Title: Reporter (Co-Production)
Position Type (Continuing)
Location : Channels TV Avenue Isheri North, Lagos State
Job Description
Channels TV seeks a Reporter (Co-Production) at its Headquarters in Lagos. We are working with BBC to coproduce a lively, weekly current affairs Programme for Nigerian audiences. It will feature an in depth look at strong African stories, look at issues that touch the lives of Nigerians at home and abroad, deliver original storytelling and hard-hitting studio discussions and interviews.
Are you that candidate with the right attitude and exceptional qualities we are looking for, who will effortlessly match competence and experience with our mission, core values and work ethics?
Please proceed to read the requirements below:
Job Summary:
It is vital that you have excellent command of spoken and written English and a working grasp of at least one major Nigerian language.
Requirements:
Main Duties
Broadcast Coverage
Qualifications/Skills:
Essential
Competencies/Qualities:
The following competencies (behaviors and characteristics) have been identified as key to success in the job. Successful candidates are expected to demonstrate these competencies.
Editorial Judgement:
Demonstrates balanced and objective judgement based on a thorough understanding of BBC Editorial Guidelines, target audience, programme and department objectives. Makes the right editorial decisions, taking account of conflicting views where necessary. Ability to explain domestic and regional stories to a pan Africa and international audience.
Creative Thinking:
Able to transform creative ideas into practical reality. Can look at existing situations and problems in novel ways and come up with creative solutions.
Planning and Organization :
Able to think ahead in order to establish and efficient and appropriate course of action for self and others. Prioritizes and plans activities taking into account all the relevant issues and factors such as deadlines, staffing and resources.
Communication:
Able to get one’s message understood clearly by adopting a range of styles, tools and techniques appropriate to the audience and the nature of the information.
Influencing and persuading :
Able to present sound and well-reasoned arguments to convince others. Can draw from a range of strategies to persuade people in a way that results in agreement or behavior change.
Managing relationships and team working :
Able to build and maintain effective working relationships with a range of people. Works co-operatively with others to be part of a team, as opposed to working separately or competitively.
Resilience :
Manages personal effectiveness by managing emotions in the face of pressure, setbacks or when dealing with provocative situations. Demonstrates an approach to work that is characterised by commitment, motivation and energy.
Flexibility :
Adapts and works effectively with a variety of situations, individuals or groups. Able to understand and appreciate different and opposing perspectives on an issue, to adapt an approach as the requirements of a situation change, and to change or easily accept changes in one’s own organisation or job requirements. (A job description is a written statement of the essential characteristics of the job, with its principal accountabilities, incorporating a note of the skills, knowledge and experience required for a satisfactory level of performance. This is not intended to be complete, detailed account of all aspects of the duties involved.)
TO ADD INTO THE APPLICATION… IMPORTANT
You must insert a link (URL) with your application to a TV/Radio or Online news report in English (broadcast in the last 12 months) showcasing your original journalism.
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Ability to work with deadlines and without close supervision.
Job Title: Multimedia Broadcast Journalist Co-Production
Position Type : Contract (Continuing)
Location: Channels TV, 44-48 Channels TV Avenue Isheri North, Lagos State
Job Description
Channels TV seeks a Multimedia Broadcast Journalist at its Headquarters in Lagos. We are working with BBC to co-produce a lively, weekly current affairs Programme for Nigerian audiences. It will feature an in-depth look at strong African stories, look at issues that touch the lives of Nigerians at home and abroad, deliver original storytelling and hard-hitting studio discussions and interviews.
Are you that candidate with the right attitude and exceptional qualities we are looking for, who will effortlessly match competence and experience with our mission, core values and work ethics?
Please proceed to read the requirements below:
The following job specification is intended to reflect the nature, range, and context of the work. It identifies the main requirements of the job, but is not an exhaustive list of duties.
Job Summary:
In addition, all of our journalists are involved in creating digital video for our website and social platforms, and writing for our website. They work on social platforms also to promote our content and engage with our audiences. First class communication is essential.
Requirements:
Qualifications/Skills:
Qualities/ Competencies
The following competencies (behaviours and characteristics) have been identified as key to success in the job. Successful candidates are expected to demonstrate these competencies.
Editorial Judgement:
Demonstrates balanced and objective judgement based on a thorough understanding of BBC editorial guidelines, target audience, programme and department objectives. Makes the right editorial decisions, taking account of conflicting views where necessary.
Commitment
Demonstrates an interest and willingness to help achieve organizational objectives in the target area.
Creative thinking:
Able to transform creative ideas into practical reality. Can look at existing situations and problems in novel ways and come up with creative solutions.
Planning and Organization
Able to think ahead in order to establish and efficient and appropriate course of action for self and others. Prioritises and plans activities taking into account all the relevant issues and factors such as deadlines, staffing and resources.
Communication
Able to get one’s message understood clearly by adopting a range of styles, tools and techniques appropriate to the audience and the nature of the information.
Influencing and Persuading
Able to present sound and well-reasoned arguments to convince others. Can draw from a range of strategies to persuade people in a way that results in agreement or behavior change.
Managing Relationships and Team Working
Able to build and maintain effective working relationships with a range of people. Works co-operatively with others to be part of a team, as opposed to working separately or competitively.
Resilience
Manages personal effectiveness by managing emotions in the face of pressure, setbacks or when dealing with provocative situations. Demonstrates an approach to work that is characterised by commitment, motivation and energy.
Flexibility
Adapts and works effectively with a variety of situations, individuals or groups. Able to understand and appreciate different and opposing perspectives on an issue, to adapt an approach as the requirements of a situation change, and to change or easily accept changes in one’s own organisation or job requirements.
Job Title: Senior Multimedia Journalist Co-Production
Position Type : Contract (Continuing)
Location : Channels TV, 44-48 Channels TV Avenue Isheri North, Lagos State
Job Description
Channels TV seeks a Senior Multimedia Journalist (Co-Production) at its Headquarters in Lagos. We are working with BBC to co-produce a lively, weekly current affairs Programme for Nigerian audiences. It will feature an in depth look at strong African stories, look at issues that touch the lives of Nigerians at home and abroad, deliver original storytelling and hard-hitting studio discussions and interviews.
Are you that candidate with the right attitude and exceptional qualities we are looking for, who will effortlessly match competence and experience with our mission, core values and work ethics?
Please proceed to read the requirements below:
The successful candidate will need to have excellent knowledge of news in Nigeria, Africa, global news and an understanding of what audiences are looking for in digital and social media news coverage.
Job Summary:
We are looking for a talented Senior Multimedia Broadcast Journalists to work in a new Africa Co-Production Unit
Requirements/ Duties
Qualifications/Skills:
Qualities/ Competencies
Editorial Judgement:
Makes the right editorial and policy decisions based upon a clear understanding of the Channels TV and BBC’s Producer guidelines and Editorial Policy.
Subject Knowledge
Demonstrates a good knowledge of mainstream news. Develops increasingly useful contacts and sources. Decision Making – Is ready and able to take initiative, and make decisions to tight deadlines.
Planning and Organizing
Is able to think ahead in order to establish an effective and appropriate course of action for self and others. Prioritizes and plans activities taking into account all the relevant issues and factors such as deadlines, staffing and resources requirements.
Analytical Thinking
Able to simplify complex problems, process projects into component parts, explore and evaluate them systematically.
Imagination and Creative Thinking
Translates news stories and events into high quality content through a detailed understanding of the requirements of the broadcast media and possession of the necessary writing, directing and reporting skills.
Resilience
Can maintain personal effectiveness by managing own emotions in the face of pressure, setbacks or when dealing with provocative situations. Can demonstrate an approach to work that is characterised by commitment, motivation and energy.
Communication
The ability to get one’s message understood clearly by adopting a range of styles, tools and techniques appropriate to the audience and the nature of the information.
Influencing and Persuasion
Ability to present sound and well-reasoned arguments to convince others. Can draw from a range of strategies to persuade people in a way that results in agreement or behaviour change.
Managing Relationships and Team Working
Able to build and maintain effective working relationships with a range of people. Highly effective team player; works for the benefit of the whole team.
Understanding Diversity
Understands working with others. Demonstrates, and is committed to improving, understanding of why people react in particular ways.
Ability to work with deadlines and without close supervision.
Job Title: Editor Co-Production
Position Type : Contract (Continuing)
Location : Channels TV, 44-48 Channels TV Avenue Isheri North, Lagos State
Channels TV seeks an Editor Co-production at its Headquarters in Lagos. We are working with BBC to co-produce a lively, weekly current affairs Programme for Nigerian audiences. It will feature an in depth look at strong African stories, look at issues that touch the lives of Nigerians at home and abroad, deliver original storytelling and hard-hitting studio discussions and interviews.
Are you that candidate with the right attitude and exceptional qualities we are looking for, who will effortlessly match competence and experience with our mission, core values and work ethics?
Please proceed to read the requirements below:
Job Summary
We are looking for a creative and motivated Editor to lead a new Africa Unit and launch the new TV programme and digital products for African and in particular Nigerian audiences.
You will need to have excellent knowledge of news in Nigeria, pan- African news, global news and an understanding of what audiences are looking for in digital and social media news coverage as well as a real nose for original, creative journalism. The role will work closely with BBC African News Editor and news specialists across the two organizations, both domestic and in global news outlets.
Requirements:
Qualifications/Skills:
Qualities/ Competencies
The following competencies (behaviors and characteristics) have been identified as key to success in the job. Successful candidates are expected to demonstrate these competencies.
Editorial judgment
Makes the right editorial and policy decisions based upon a clear understanding of Channels TV/ BBC distinctive news agenda.
Imagination / Creative Thinking
Translates news and current affairs into high quality video and text content through a detailed understanding of the requirements of digital and social media and possession of the necessary writing, directing and reporting skills.
Decision Making
Is ready and able to take the initiative, originate action and be responsible for the consequences of the decisions made.
Planning and Organizing
Is able to think ahead in order to establish an efficient and appropriate course of action for self and others. Prioritizes and plans activities taking into account all the relevant issues and factors such as deadlines, staffing and resources requirements.
Resilience
Can maintain personal effectiveness by managing emotions in the face of pressure, setbacks or when dealing with provocative situations. Can demonstrate an approach to work that is characterized by commitment, motivation and energy.
Influencing and Persuading
The ability to present sound and well-reasoned arguments to convince others. Can draw from a range of strategies to persuade people in a way that results in agreement or behavior change.
Managing Relationships and Team Working
Able to build and maintain effective working relationships with a range of people. Works cooperatively with others to be part of a team, as opposed to working separately or competitively.
Leadership
Ability to create a vision and inspire others to realize it irrespective of circumstances.
Subject Knowledge
Demonstrates an expanding knowledge of News, online editorial and technological developments and business trends in international news.
Analytical Skills
Simplifies complex problems, processes or projects. Identifies casual relationships and constructs frameworks for problem-solving and/or development.
Communication
The ability to get one’s message understood clearly by adopting a range of styles, tools and techniques appropriate to the audience and the nature of the information.
Developing Talent and Diversity
Coaches others to build on strengths and improve on weakness, gives and listens to regular, honest feedback, grows internal new leaders, recruits and develops talent from a diverse range of backgrounds, connects with people from all parts of society.
Flexibility
Adapts and works effectively with a variety of situations, individuals or groups. Is able to understand and appreciate different and opposing perspectives on an issue, to adapt an approach as the requirements of a situation change, and to change or easily accept changes in one’s own organization or job requirements. A job specification is a written statement of the essential characteristics of the job, with its principal accountabilities, incorporating a note of the skills, knowledge and experience required for a satisfactory level of performance. This is not intended to be complete, detailed account of all aspects of the duties involved.)
Ability to work with deadlines and without close supervision
Salary and Benefits: Negotiable
How to Apply
Qualified candidates should please send CV and credentials detailing your skills, experience and interests, and a show reel or portfolio of your work with a covering letter outlining your suitability for this position to [email protected]
Only qualified candidates will be shortlisted and contacted. All Eligible candidates applying for this position must be able to live and work in Lagos.
Application Deadline: Wednesday, February 7, 2018
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