Broadcast Journalist at BBC

Main responsibilities

As a BBC Journalist you will work creatively across all digital platforms – audio, video and text – to ensure that the Igbo Service output develops and grows a distinctive character and status in its target area. On a daily basis, you will engage actively with the audience ensuring consistency of output. You will be required occasionally to do field reporting when needed.

You will also be required to:

• Use a range of video, audio and digital equipment and information technology to research, write, assemble, edit and deliver outputs in the appropriate medium, to the highest professional standards
• May be required to present the content on radio, TV or online -this might be live or recorded
• May include the production and presentation of programmes - this might be live or recorded
• Exercise editorial judgment in developing story ideas and producing accurate and impartial journalism
• To undertake pre- and post-production and studio work, live and pre-recorded - use a range of video, audio and digital equipment and information technology to research, write, assemble, edit and deliver programmes in the appropriate medium, to the highest professional standards
• To liaise closely with other team members and with other departments in the BBC, to ensure that output material is shared, duplication is avoided, and best practice is upheld
• Take a lead within a team setting or on delivering a specific piece of journalism or project as appropriate
• To tailor different news treatments for different audiences ensuring that the output reflects the audiences we serve
• To prioritise and plan activities taking into account all the relevant issues and factors such as deadlines, staffing and resources available
• To produce engaging packages through a range of production skills
• Delivering to tight deadlines while maintaining the highest editorial standards
• At all times to carry out duties in accordance with the BBC health and safety policy
• Shift work will be required which will include early mornings, late nights, weekends and public holidays.

Are you the right candidate?

The successful candidate will have some experience within a media environment and of delivering creative output on online platforms. Knowledge of local, regional and international news and current affairs is essential. You will have knowledge of and recent experience of living in the target area, including a good understanding of the complexities of Nigeria. The ability to work under pressure and to react to breaking news is essential.

We are also looking for someone who has:

• Fluency and up to date knowledge of Igbo (written and spoken) and the ability to type quickly and accurately
• Fluency in English including complete comprehension of written and spoken English and the ability to communicate effectively
• Familiarity with video editing and writing for pictures and understanding social media
• Familiarity with news production systems, and a willingness to learn to operate new technology and to be able to adapt to different working methods
• The ability to write creatively in an engaging manner, produce and translate with accuracy, clarity and style appropriate to a young audience
• Familiarity with the internet and an awareness of the potential of new technology
• A demonstrable interest in working in a multimedia environment and in encouraging audience involvement
• Familiarity with the region to which the Service broadcasts and an understanding of the region’s history, politics, social issues and culture as well as the changing needs of the audience
• A good knowledge of, and interest in, international current affairs, particularly in so far as they affect the target areas
• A good broadcasting voice and the ability to acquire the appropriate presentation style is desirable
• A willingness to understand and adopt the editorial aims and policies of BBC and to abide by BBC