Journalist (Video) at BBC World Service

We are looking to recruit two video journalists based in Nairobi to join the digital innovation team in Nairobi. The journalists will be responsible for gathering and producing original video for our digital platforms.

These are attachments / fixed term contracts for 12 months.

Role Responsibility

You will be required to create short and medium form digital content and remote produce social and digital content produced by reporters so that the final output is of highest quality.  You will be able to build and maintain effective working relationships with a range of people for video gathering in African countries.

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will be an experienced journalist and filmmaker, with a track record in originating, creating and curating social and digital content.  An understanding of African current affairs and the audience needs is important.  You will be able to use FCPX or equivalent video editing software and Photoshop to a high standard.  Fluency in English (written and spoken) is essential.

Package Description

Contract: two x attachments / fixed term contracts for 12 months

Local terms and conditions apply

Any offer of employment is conditional upon you having the right to work in Kenya