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Essential Job Functions

• Soundman is expected to assemble, operate and maintain the technical equipment used to record, amplify, enhance, mix or reproduce sound on location, within Studio or audio dubbing suite settings.
• Sound man will identify the sound requirements for a given task or situation and perform the appropriate actions to produce this sound. Specific duties include;

Production Activities

• Consulting with producers/Directors and performers to determine the sound requirements;
• Selecting, positioning, adjusting and operating the equipment used for amplification and Recording on location, in the studio or in the dubbing suite;
• Applying technical knowledge of sound recording equipment to achieve the determined artistic objectives;
• Monitoring audio signals to detect sound-quality deviations or malfunctions;
• Using the mixer to achieve the optimum sound levels for each situation
• Operating the software based recording system in the audio dubbing suite
• Filling in the necessary quality assurance forms at the end of each shoot
• Maintaining and cleaning all audio equipment and ensuring that the batteries are good for use anticipating and correcting any problems.

Post-Production Activities

• Integrating (synchronisation) of pre-recorded audio (dialogue, sound effects and music) with visual content;
• Re-recording and synchronising audio (post-synching);
• Mixing and balancing speech, effects and music;
• Creating and altering sound effects for use in films, television, etc.
• And: Any other duties assigned by supervisor.

Knowledge, skills and qualities

• Diploma, OND in Media and Communication or related field
• Good practical skills and knowledge of sound equipment i.e. Sound Mixer, Radio & Boom Microphones.
• An interest in photography, film and video
• Good communication and 'people skills'
• The ability to carry out instructions accurately and with attention to detail
• Calmness under pressure, patience and concentration.

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Position Description

• Position holder is expected to provide translation services (Hausa to English) of scripts for English speaking audiences.
• Engage actively in the correct interpretation of literary meanings of terms or pronunciation of words for effective comprehension by the audiences.
• Ensure speedy and timely translation of scripts within timeframe without compromising quality.
• Carry out any related assignment that might be given to them from time to time.
• Any other duties as assigned by supervisor

Experience, Qualification and skills

• Minimum of BSc Degree. Three to five (3 - 5) or more years of script translation experience, precisely translation of English Scripts into Hausa Language
• An education in English language
• Excellent knowledge of English and Hausa languages.
• Excellent in English Grammar preferably American style.
• Ability to translate phrases, terms and expressions in context (avoiding direct translations out of context) and taking notes of punctuation marks and capitalization.
• Previous work experience within structured work environment
• Ability to keep to timelines set for deliverables
• Excellent team player
• Ability to work with minimum of no supervision