Producer and Graphic Designer at KTN
The Standard Group comprises, The Standard Newspapers, Game Yetu, The Counties, The Nairobian, KTN, Radio Maisha, PDS, Standard Digital and Think Outdoor Services.
The Group is looking for highly motivated, qualified, experienced and reputable team players to fill the following positions:
Producer – KTN
The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting the Programme Producer in determining, managing and co-ordinating the administrative and technical resources required to produce assigned programmes.
- Research, logistical planning and conceptualisation of the assigned Programme
- Ensure the necessary checklists are properly up-dated and all materials required are in place by set deadlines
- Re-confirm that identified guests are available as planned
- Assist the Programmes Producer on location; and if need be, be able to handle location interviews and shoots individually
- Assist in the packaging of the Production by ensuring scripts, tapes, music, footage and any other relevant material is available in the editing suite during the scheduled time
- Ensure that all administrative duties are carried out before the production phase including guest lists, production equipment and personnel
- Keep and maintain a list of contacts of guests programs
Knowledge and Skills
- Degree in TV production/Communication (media studies)
- 1 – 2 years’ work experience in TV production
- Proficient in MS Office
- Good editing ability on FCP and/or any other software
- Creative mind
- Highly organized
Graphic Designer – KTN
The job holder will creatively originate & execute broadcast designs in conformance with the broadcast visual policy as well as service various client departments
Key Responsibilities
- Originating designs for visual assets & illustrations according to various written briefs
- Brief the Team Leader and/or Manager fully on progress all assignments
- Develop & re-design KTN corporate identity visuals in line with the Company’s broadcast visual policy
- Originate and develop physical & virtual sets and on-air assets in line with briefs
- Participate in generation, improvement, sustenance, & implementation of the visual policy
- Troubleshoot, remedy and report on creations, illustrations and creative processes
- Communicate and interact productively with client departments
Knowledge and Skills
- University degree in design
- Working knowledge in ORAD graphics pipeline
- 1-2 years’ experience in a busy broadcast production environment
- Intermediate knowledge in ICT use & application hands-on knowledge of transmission equipment
- Energy and ability to work irregular hours
If you possess the above qualifications and the drive to meet the challenges, visit our website www.standardmedia.co.ke/recruitment to browse through the current openings/vacancies and apply not later than 19th March 2014.
Please note that ONLY shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The Standard Group is an equal opportunity employer and as such, canvassing of any form will lead to automatic disqualification.
