Latest Jobs at Legit.ng

• Shooting videos in the field/studio environment alongside a producer.
• Operating lighting, sound recording, live streaming and other equipment.
• Editing videos on your own or according to the producer’s scripts and guidelines.
• Production of thumbnails and other graphic materials for videos.
• Ability to create animation/motion design is a plus.
• Ability to work in the field autonomously (as a one-man-crew) is a plus

REQUIREMENTS:

• Proven experience as camera operator and video editor (TV, film, documentary). Please provide a portfolio with examples of work showing relevant experience. Applications without a portfolio will not be considered.
• Experience operating relevant equipment (cameras, lights, sound recording equipment, live streaming equipment etc.)
• Excellent theoretical knowledge and understanding of filming and editing: composition, lighting, pacing, narrative structure, graphics, sound, color grading etc.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral scripts and briefs.
• Creativity, ability and willingness to generate and implement creative ideas.
• Knowledge of one or more video editing programs (Adobe Premiere, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro).
• Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop (intermediate level or higher) is a must. Knowledge of Adobe After Effects and experience with graphics and motion design is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to think and act quickly.
• A team player.
• Attention to detail.
• High school diploma; degree in film, media or relevant field is a plus.

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• Generating ideas, sourcing and researching stories for our video platforms according to our content strategy.
• Monitoring trending stories on social media.
• Shooting videos in the field/studio environment alongside a camera operator.
• Conducting interviews and writing scripts for your videos.
• Writing and recording voice overs for your videos.
• Working alongside a video editor during the editing process.
• Overseeing all stages of production and post-production of your videos as a complete package.
• Ensuring your videos adhere to the highest journalistic standards, Legit.ng editorial policies and applicable Nigerian laws.
• Generating ideas for new topics/formats/shows for our platforms.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Proven experience as a video journalist/producer/host (TV, film, online video) in the areas of current affairs, human interest stories, documentary. Applications without a portfolio will not be considered.
• Excellent spoken and written English.
• Perfect writing skills; narration and good grammar.
• Great editorial judgment and news monitoring skills.
• Impeccable communication and interviewing skills: both written and verbal.
• Must be a self-driven individual with a strong desire to constantly learn, adapt and work under minimal supervision.
• Must be a strategic and analytical thinker.
• Must be able to use social media effectively.
• High school diploma; degree in journalism, media, film or relevant field is a plus.

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RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Communicating with Legit.ng readers on Facebook, Instagram, and Telegram.
• Replying to inbox messages.
• Creating content for Facebook groups and interacting with the audience.
• Spotting human interest stories from the inbox and comment section.
• Brainstorming on extraordinary content ideas.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Excellent English.
• Experience in Social Media Management.
• Being up to date with current news (both political and entertainment).
• Developed visual skills and Photoshop knowledge.
• Ability to go the extra mile.
• Strong desire to constantly learn and adapt.
• Good time management and work organisation skills.
• Ability to work remotely under minimal supervision (good internet connection and a laptop are required).

WHY JOIN US:

• Comfortable working environment.
• Super-friendly team.
• Modern approaches and innovative tools.
• Opportunity to grow personally and professionally.
• Possibility to learn from the biggest global players in IT and media worldwide.

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• Monitoring trending entertainment stories on social media.
• Writing and publishing entertainment stories in line with our in-house style guide.
• Conducting interviews and writing special format articles i.e. feature, analysis, fact-check, etc.

REQUIREMENTS:
 

• Degree or Higher Diploma (in journalism/media studies or related field will be an advantage).
• Considerable experience in journalism and entertainment writing.
• Perfect writing skills; narration and good grammar.
• Great editorial judgment and quality entertainment news monitoring skills.
• Impeccable communication and interviewing skills: both written and verbal.
• Must be a strategic and analytical thinker.
• Must be a self-driven individual with a strong desire to constantly learn, adapt and work under minimal supervision.
• Ability to work remotely (good internet connection and a laptop, minimum Intel Core i3).
• Must be able to use social media effectively.

WHY JOIN US:

• Comfortable working environment.
• Super-friendly team.
• Modern approaches and innovative tools.
• Opportunity to grow personally and professionally.
• Possibility to learn from the biggest global players in IT and media worldwide.

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• Managing a team of video producers, camera operators, video editors.
• Strategic and operational planning for the project.
• Generating ideas for shows and formats on our video platforms as well as strategic long-term planning for the project.
• Overseeing all stages of production and post-production of videos by the team.
• Overseeing adherence to the production and release schedule, content strategy.
• Analyzing the performance of the team/shows and formats/the project in general.
• Ensuring the team’s videos adhere to the highest journalistic standards, Legit.ng editorial policies and applicable Nigerian laws.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Proven experience as a: video journalist/producer/host (TV, film, online video) in the areas of current affairs, documentary, human interest stories; or documentary film producer/director; or producer in a video production studio. Applications without a portfolio will not be considered.
• Deep understanding of video production process, video quality standards, video narrative structures, journalistic standards, latest trends in video production.
• Proven experience in a managerial position in a media organization/video production studio is a plus.
• Experience of working with digital video platforms (YouTube, Facebook video) is a plus.
• Excellent spoken and written English.
• Perfect writing skills; narration and good grammar.
• Great editorial judgment and news monitoring skills.
• Must be a self-driven individual with a strong desire to constantly learn, adapt and work under minimal supervision.
• Must be a strategic and analytical thinker, able of quick decision making.
• Must be able to use social media effectively.
• High school diploma; degree in journalism, media, film or relevant field is a plus.

WHY JOIN US:

• Highly competitive remuneration
• Comfortable working environment.
• Opportunity to learn and grow with a super-friendly team.
• Exposure to modern digital and innovative tools.
• Opportunity to learn from the biggest global players in IT and media worldwide.