Timbuktu Media publisher of 234Next, is a new media organization, based in Lagos, Nigeria. As well as a print newspaper, significant emphasis is being placed on the digital offering, via the website and mobile/sms. We are recruiting for the positions below: Job Title: Online Content Producer Report To: Online Editor General Role There is therefore need for a Multimedia Content Producer to plan and generate multi-media (video, audio/podcasts) and user-generated content (UGC) for and other Timbuktu Media digital platforms. Key Roles & Responsibilities The duties are as follows: Ensure the website is updated as often is required using the proprietary content management system (CMS) Support content development, management processes and quality control where required Plan, structure, report, and write news and information content for Web sites and other new media platforms Produce site content to optimize the user experience by being attentive to live web metrics and UE best practices. Enhance the news content with outside links, maps, slideshows. Work with other departments, including sales and marketing, as needed on site and station initiatives that require content integration Convert new media content to broadcast style. Coordinate news editorial and technical staff to facilitate the migration of multi-media content to new media platforms, including video, audio, still photos and graphics Will assist in online coverage of major news events, breaking news. Build out special sections and site features to enhance coverage and increase site-user engagement Manage wire feeds and publish to the web site where appropriate. Accountabilities The principal accountable role is to fill www.234NEXT.com with multi-media content (proprietary and UGC) which a) engages our audiences and b) drives traffic to the site. Qualification and experience: Bachelors degree and training in multimedia production. Must have aptitude in Adobe Premiere and digital audio editing Job Attributes The Online Content Producer should have at least 2 years professional experience Must demonstrate good journalism and writing skills as well as an understanding of current events Must understand basic journalism legal principles. Must be able to multi-task, meet deadlines and work under pressure Experience working in a dynamic, fast-paced newsroom environment strongly preferred Working knowledge of online content-management systems preferred Working knowledge of web-design tools, such as HTML, Flash, ASP.Net, DreamWeaver, JavaScript, Adobe Photoshop, and FTP programs Key Interfaces All functional heads All members of online team Method of Application Forward a suitability statement and CV (as a single ms word document), to: jobs@234next.com Only applications sent electronically, with the job title and name clearly indicated as the subject matter of the email, will be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted Search for high paid jobs here |
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
Timbuktu Media - 234Next Recruits : Online Content Producer
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