The British Broadcasting Corporation, a British public service broadcaster, is hiring Reporters (Business) in Nigeria.

Job Introduction

The BBC is an international multimedia broadcaster on radio, TV, online and social networks with a weekly global audience of 320 million. As part of an historic and exciting expansion of BBC Africa, the BBC World Service is launching a new Business daily and weekly TV programme and innovative digital content alongside existing African business output.

We are looking for someone to deliver TV, online, social media and radio content contributing innovative ideas with a creative vision. You will also be responsible for producing video and TV packages, desk top editing, producing graphics and arranging for guests to appear on our output.

Role Responsibility

The successful candidate will compile and present engaging content offering new perspectives and a deeper exploration of business stories, interviews, profiles and digital content. Planning, structuring, writing and producing content for use on TV, Digital and Radio whilst developing treatments of the highest quality and with journalism at the heart. You will prepare edited material either working in a self-op environment or with a craft editor to produce inserts and packages for the various outlets such as Business TV features, news bulletins, online or social and create engaging blogs and vlogs for BBC online sites. Alert Editors to breaking news and be ready to file accurate, immediate on-the-spot reports.

The Ideal Candidate

A full command of written and spoken English is essential. Knowledge of a Nigerian language and being fluent in French would be desirable.

Exceptional knowledge of business, in particular business stories that appeal to an African audience and an understanding of what audiences are looking for in digital and social media business coverage.

Previous journalism knowledge and experience is required with excellent contacts within the business sector.

Possess an authoritative microphone voice and have the ability to communicate effectively to listeners and viewers with experience of high quality on air reporting and presentation, particularly in video.

The ability to write creatively, accurately and succinctly, and understand how to find and generate original and engaging business stories that can work across all platforms.

Basic video editing skills is desirable.

Method of Application

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