Family Media Careers

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create and manage production for both live and recorded programs
• Generate creative and original ideas for shows
• Identify and implement suitable content for our audience by carrying out thorough research of guests and topics
• Communicate and coordinate with studio crew, editors to ensure the success of a program
• Promote completed shows on different platforms

QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree or Diploma in Mass Communication or in a related field
• Have at least two years’ experience as a producer
• Good communication skills
• Demonstrate ability to be creative and knowledgeable on different topics.
• Must have strong time management and listening skills
• Have an eye for good quality production
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions
• Ability to work effectively even under pressure
• Be able to make solid judgments and decisions in a timely manner.

We are looking for an intern who would who would assist to do administration and digitize our information.

Are you the person we are looking for?

• Have you completed your university/college studies in PR, secretarial or in a business related course?
• Do you have good communication, organization, planning skills?
• Are you a person of integrity, self-driven and passionate?
• Are you keen to details?
• Are you conversant with MS Excel?
• Do you have a positive attitude and are willing to learn?
• Do you a have a passion for Christ?

Duties and Responsibilities:

As a content writer, your duties are to research, write, and edit Christian content for publication on our website, through newsletter, and social media platforms, far and above that, your responsibilities will include:

• Develops and writes Christ-focused articles, and devotionals for our E-paper Familynews.Today.
• Performs copy editing and technical tasks including proofreading articles for grammar, punctuation, and style.
• Engages in conversations with church leaders regarding subscribing to Family Media e-newsletter, ensuring churches are well served through Familynews.Today content.
• Contributes to the accuracy and appropriateness of editorial content of our weekly Newsletter.
• Occasionally writes attributed content such as the Editor’s Note, and non-attributed content as needed.
• Develops monthly digital editorial calendar, maintain communication and relationships with clients, partners and staff.
• Writes and edits content for the website and social media platforms.
• Responds to reader’s requests, feedback and comments.
• Stays current with industry standards to assure quality improvement and innovative methods of design and production. Commit to excellence, process review and continuous learning.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Head of the Digital Department.

Qualifications:

• Minimum Education Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Communication, Journalism or related field of study
• Strong commitment to the mission and vision of Family Media.

Experience Required:

• 2 years editorial and writing in a publishing environment, preferable in a church or ministry
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
• Proficiency in MS Office and Creative Suites, Google, and Adobe
• Good analytical skills.

Method of Application

Qualified and interested candidates should email a cover letter and CV to [email protected] with the job title “Journalist/Content Writer” as the email subject. 

Job Description:

We are looking for an experienced and creative Social Media Coordinator with understanding of  Social Media SEO and web traffic metrics; good understanding of social media KPIs, to join our Digital Media team.

As a Social Media Coordinator, you will be responsible for implementing our Social Media strategy in order to increase our online presence and improve our marketing and engagements efforts. The Social Media coordinator, will contribute to our overall goal of awareness and reputation building through social media.

You will be working closely with the Television, Radio, Marketing and Sales departments.

Experience Required:

• 2-3 years

Qualifications:

• Excellent knowledge of Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, and other social media best practices.
• Diploma or Degree in Digital Marketing or similar relevant field.

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee social media content.
• In charge of platforms management, monitoring, issue escalation, content planning and trendspotting.
• Work with producers, presenters, and creative designer to ensure content is informative and appealing.
• Keep abreast of the latest social media best practices and technologies.
• Use social media marketing tools.
• Monitor SEO and user engagement and suggest content optimization.
• Reach audience through email marketing and newsletters.
• Repurposing of content for various digital platforms.
• Respond to questions and comments on the social media platforms

Added advantage:

• Photography

Duties and responsibilities

• Responsible for the station’s imaging
• Checking if the equipment is in good condition.
• Live assist for live shows
• Download and edit shows
• Editing TV Voiceovers and different programs
• Cutting adverts and mentions immediately after shows
• Responsible for monitoring the signal and ensuring we are on air at all times in all our frequencies.
• Responsible for all technical aspects of the department

Essential Knowledge and Skills

• Must have strong organisational skills.
• Knowledge of the Radio market, different station and programme styles, and audience demographics.
• Good knowledge and good ear for sound, music genres, artists and updates.
• Knowledge and ability to work with different Radio Automation and editing software’s.
• A high level of IT skills – particularly good word-processing and data handling skills.
• Ability to learn how to use a variety of recording equipment, and to operate different radio studios.
• Ability to conduct effective internet research, use relevant computer software for audio recording, editing, and, packaging when necessary.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Creative thinking, idea generation and problem solving skills.
• Must have confidence and tenacity to pursue information and overcome obstacles.
• Ability to work independently but also as part of a team.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, react quickly, and meet tight deadlines.
• Determination, diplomacy and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Empathy and patience, the ability to build rapport and draw information from people.
• A basic understanding of the law, ethics and industry regulation as they affect Radio production.
• Self-motivation and adaptability.

Qualifications

• At least a Diploma in Mass Media, Radio Production, Journalism or a related field.
• At least two years’ experience in radio production.
• A good overall knowledge of the radio industry and the specifics.
• Ability to read and voice scripts will be an added advantage.

Job Summary

We are looking for a candidate who is able to assemble, operate and maintain the technical equipment used to record, amplify, enhance, mix or reproduce sound.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assessing the acoustics of the performance area and assemble and operate the necessary equipment
• Consult with producers and presenters to determine the sound requirements
• Select, position, adjust and operate the equipment used for amplification and recording
• Apply technical knowledge of sound recording equipment to achieve the determined artistic objectives
• Record sound onto digital audio tape or hard disk recorders
• Monitor audio signals to detect sound-quality deviations or malfunctions
• Anticipate and correct any sound related problems
• Maintain and repair sound equipment.

Requirements:

• Have studied Sound Engineering or a related field
• Have at least two years of experience doing sound
• Have knowledge in electronics and sound acoustics
• Demonstrate ability to handle sound for both radio and TV
• Have a good sense of pitch, rhythm, and be able to distinguish sound quality
• Be versatile in using sound softwares and be able to use audio equipment
• Be a team player, flexible, work long hours and excel under pressure
• Have a crazy passion for media work

Duties and responsibilities

• Responsible for the station’s imaging
• Checking if the equipment is in good condition.
• Live assist for live shows
• Download and edit shows
• Editing TV Voiceovers and different programs
• Cutting adverts and mentions immediately after shows
• Responsible for monitoring the signal and ensuring we are on air at all times in all our frequencies.
• Responsible for all technical aspects of the department

Essential Knowledge and Skills

• Must have strong organisational skills.
• Knowledge of the Radio market, different station and programme styles, and audience demographics.
• Good knowledge and good ear for sound, music genres, artists and updates.
• Knowledge and ability to work with different Radio Automation and editing software’s.
• A high level of IT skills – particularly good word-processing and data handling skills.
• Ability to learn how to use a variety of recording equipment, and to operate different radio studios.
• Ability to conduct effective internet research, use relevant computer software for audio recording, editing, and, packaging when necessary.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Creative thinking, idea generation and problem solving skills.
• Must have confidence and tenacity to pursue information and overcome obstacles.
• Ability to work independently but also as part of a team.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, react quickly, and meet tight deadlines.
• Determination, diplomacy and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Empathy and patience, the ability to build rapport and draw information from people.
• A basic understanding of the law, ethics and industry regulation as they affect Radio production.
• Self-motivation and adaptability.

Qualifications

• At least a Diploma in Mass Media, Radio Production, Journalism or a related field.
• At least two years’ experience in radio production.
• A good overall knowledge of the radio industry and the specifics.
• Ability to read and voice scripts will be an added advantage.

Method of Application

Qualified and interested candidates should email a cover letter and a copy of their CV to [email protected] by 31st October 2022 with the job title “Radio Broadcast Assistant” as the email subject. 

Requirements:

• Have at least a Diploma in Electronics/Telecommunication Engineering or in a related field
• Be computer literate
• Must have a positive attitude and be willing to learn
• Be a person of integrity, self-driven and passionate

Interested candidates must possess the following:

• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Strong sense of initiative, requiring minimal supervision
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Able to exercise sound judgment in decision making
• Good problem solving skills

Qualified and interested candidates should email a cover letter and CV to [email protected] with Play-Out Technician Trainee as the email subject by close of business 11^th October 2022. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.