Call To Join USIU-Africa TV and Podcasting Team

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Are you passionate about media and television? Do you have a knack for storytelling, reporting, or production? USIU-Africa TV is looking for talented individuals to join our dynamic team! We are launching daily news segments, two exciting weekly TV shows, and three engaging weekly podcasts, and we need creative and dedicated team members to make it happen.

Interview Date: Monday, April 7, 2025

General Qualifications:

• Must be a USIU-Africa student from the School of Communication, Cinematic and Creative Arts (SCCCA) or pursuing Journalism as a minor.
• If you decide to join the team, you will be required to pick Journalism as a minor.
• Commitment to work with USIU-Africa TV and Podcasting for one year.

USIU-AFRICA TV
Roles and Responsibilities:
1. News Anchors (2):

• Present daily news segments with professionalism and clarity.
• Research and write news stories.
• Conduct interviews and report on various events.
• Qualification: Strong communication skills, experience in public speaking or journalism.

2. Reporters (4):

• Gather and verify information for news stories.
• Conduct interviews and provide on-the-ground coverage.
• Write and edit news reports for broadcast.
• Qualification: Excellent research and writing skills, ability to work under pressure.

3. Producers (2):

• Plan and coordinate daily news segments and weekly shows.
• Oversee the production process from start to finish.
• Ensure content meets quality and editorial standards.
• Qualification: Experience in media production, strong organizational skills.

4. Camera Operators (3):

• Operate cameras during live broadcasts and recordings.
• Set up and maintain camera equipment.
• Collaborate with directors and producers to achieve the desired visual style.
• Qualification: Technical proficiency with camera equipment, attention to detail.

5. Editors (2):

• Edit video footage for news segments and TV shows.
• Ensure smooth transitions and high-quality visuals.
• Work with producers to meet deadlines and content standards.
• Qualification: Proficiency in video editing software, creative eye for detail.

6. Writers (2):

• Create scripts for news segments and TV shows.
• Develop engaging and informative content.
• Collaborate with anchors, reporters, and producers.
• Qualification: Strong writing skills, creativity, and ability to meet deadlines.

7. Directors (2):

• Lead the creative vision for news segments and TV shows.
• Coordinate with the production team to ensure smooth execution.
• Manage the technical aspects of broadcasts.
• Qualification: Leadership skills, experience in directing or media production.

8. Social Media Managers (2):

• Promote USIU-Africa TV content on various social media platforms.
• En.gage with the audience and respond to feedback.
• Develop strategies to increase viewership and engagement.
• Qualification: Knowledge of social media platforms, marketing skills.

9. Head of Programming (1):

• Develop and manage the overall programming schedule.
• Ensure a diverse and engaging lineup of shows.
• Coordinate with producers and directors to maintain quality standards.
• Qualification: Experience in programming or media management, strategic planning skills.

10. Head of TV (1):

• Oversee all operations of USIU TV.
• Lead the team and ensure smooth execution of all broadcasts.
• Manage budgets, resources, and strategic planning.
• Qualification: Leadership experience, strong organizational and management skills.

11.Head of Audio-Visual (1):

• Oversee all audio-visual operations.
• Lead the audio-visual team and ensure high-quality content.
• Manage audio-visual schedules and strategic planning.
• Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in an IT or AV-related field, experience in audio-visual management, leadership skills.

USIU-AFRICA PODCAST TEAM
Roles and Responsibilities:
1. Head of Podcast (1):

• Oversee all podcast operations.
• lead the podcast team and ensure high-quality content.
• Manage podcast schedules and strategic planning.
• Qualification: Experience in podcasting, leadership skills.

2. Podcast Hosts (3):

• Host and present weekly podcast episodes.
• Research and prepare content for each episode.
• Conduct interviews and engage with guests.
• Qualification: Strong communication skills, experience in hosting or public speaking.

3. Podcast Producers (2):

• Plan and coordinate podcast episodes.
• Oversee the production process from start to finish.
• Ensure content meets quality and editorial standards.
• Qualification: Experience in podcast production, organizational skills.

4. Podcast Editors (2):

• Edit audio recordings for podcast episodes.
• Ensure high-quality sound and smooth transitions.
• Work with producers to meet deadlines and content standards.
• Qualification: Proficiency in audio editing software, attention to detail.

How to Apply:

• Submit your resume and a brief cover letter explaining why you are interested in joining USIU-Africa TV and Podcasting.
• Include any relevant experience or skills.
• For Presenters, Reporters, and Anchors: Include a 30-second video introducing yourself and links to reels showcasing your talent.
• Send your application to [email protected] and cc [email protected] by Saturday, April 5, 2025.