The Standard Group comprises The
Standard Newspaper, The Nairobian, KTN, KTN News, Radio Maisha, Standard
Digital and Think Outdoor Services. The Group is looking for highly motivated,
qualified, experienced and reputable individuals, to fill the following
positions:
Video Editor
Reporting to Chief Video Editor
Responsibilities
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Editing of raw video material ensuring
logical audiovisual sequencing to tell a story.
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Converting footage from tapes,
digital cards, storage servers, Internet sites etc. Into formats readable by
editing software and broadcast systems.
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Plan and prioritize editing process
in a disciplined manner to ensure proper utilization of scheduled time for
particular projects in editing suites and completion of tasks.
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Check color temperatures, exposure
and luminance in order to maintain broadcast quality standards.
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Check peak levels to ensure clarity
of audio as per laid down procedures.
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Archiving of News stories and raw
footage for future reference and use.
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Advising reporters and producers on
how to approach their edits and storyline for impact.
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Training new staff and interns on
editing principles.
Qualifications
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Diploma in Video editing, Mass
communication, Media Studies or its equivalent from a recognized institution
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2 years relevant experience
Skills and Attributes
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Judgement or discretion required.
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Ability to make independent
decisions.
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Knowledge of routine(s).
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Strong people skills and the ability
to work in a team.
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Proficiency in FCP, related plugins
and editing equipment like VCRs, Audio mixers, Mics
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Apt thinker
Sub Editor
Reporting to the Managing Editor
This role is responsible for ensuring
that television scripts are free of errors, easy on the ear and in addition
conform to the Standard Group’s Editorial Policy Guidelines and House style.
Responsibilities
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Checking all facts for accuracy and
removing any ambiguities in consultation with reporters and editors;
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Ensuring all claims are supported by
evidence and that no content can trigger litigation, including any plagiarized
content;
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Ensuring compliance with editorial
journalistic code of ethics, and house style;
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Rewriting scripts to remove all
errors of grammar, ensure news clarity and appeal, without distorting meaning
or removing any salient points;
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Editing television news scripts to ¬
t the allocated duration
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Creating appropriate headlines and
lower thirds for on air stories, ensuring they re ect the overriding message of
the story;
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Advising reporters and editors on
appropriate images to use in news stories
Qualifications
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University Degree/Diploma in
Journalism or a relevant ¬ eld from a recognized institution
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Two (2) years relevant experience in
a busy news environment, preferably a television station.
Skills and Other Attributes
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Knowledge of TV news operation
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Highly competent in written English
or Kiswahili
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Speed.
News Anchor
Reporting to the Managing Editor –
T.V.
This role is responsible for relaying
the news gathered and produced by the entire newsroom to the public.
Responsibilities
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Presenting allocated TV bulletins,
live events and breaking news
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Ensuring appearance is as per house
rules
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Conducting well researched and
high-impact interviews on television
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Producing elements of the bulletin,
book guests, prepping them and doing research for the
interview
interview
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Packaging and delivering stories for
the bulletin
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Gather facts on breaking
news/developing stories and fact check.
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Re-purposing stories from wire
services such as Reuters and AFP for television audiences.
Qualifications
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University degree in Mass Communication
or a relevant fi eld from a recognized institution
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Two (2) years relevant experience
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Judgement or discretion required.
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Ability to make independent decisions
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Knowledge of routine(s).
Camera Operator
Reporting to Head of Camera
Overall Purpose of the job
To shoot informative and professional
TV pictures that capture the mood and spirit of the event and assist reporters
in developing appropriate accompanying stories.
in developing appropriate accompanying stories.
Responsibilities
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Operate professional video cameras
for news as well as documentary production
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Transmit Live video images using
Mobile News Gathering equipment such as Live U or Quicklink.
·
Advise producers and reporters on
camera techniques and creative angles
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To take detailed notes of the
subjects covered
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Describe circumstances under which
clips were taken in order to guide the Editors in story selection and
content
content
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Submit fi lms to the Head of Camera
Unit and concerned Editor within set deadlines
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Able to work independently without
reporter and/or producer on location
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Able to edit sequences using Final
Cut Pro or other editing systems and send via FTP or mail, using broadband
network or via satellite broadcast
network or via satellite broadcast
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Able to travel widely, including
overseas for news and documentary assignments as and when required
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Take care of camera and other
equipment assigned
Qualifications
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Diploma in Mass communication, Media
Studies or its equivalent from a recognized institution
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Two (2) years relevant experience
Skills and Competencies
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Judgement or discretion required
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Ability to make independent decisions
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Knowledge of routine(s)
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Strong people skills and the ability
to work in a team
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Computer Literacy
Copywriter
Reporting to the News Editor.
Purpose of the position
To write, re-purpose and package
compelling news stories from various sources for KTN/KTN News audiences
on television.
on television.
Responsibilities
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Research and write high-impact news
stories for television.
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Re-purpose stories from wire services
such as Reuters and AFP for television audiences.
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Conduct phone interviews with
reporters on location and news sources and develop news content from
the same.
the same.
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Generate news content from television
interviews and LIVE events
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Gather facts on breaking
news/developing stories and fact check.
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Create appropriate headlines and
captions for TV stories, ensuring they reflect the overriding message of
the story.
the story.
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To edit scripts under the supervision
of Shift Editors and other news editors.
Qualifications
·
University Degree in Journalism /Mass
Communication or a related fi eld from a recognized institution
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Two (2) years relevant experience.
Skills and other attributes
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Judgement or discretion required.
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Ability to make independent decisions
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Knowledge of routine(s).
Studio
Technical Operator
Reporting to Supervisor, Gallery
Operations; Supervisor, OB Operations
This role is responsible for
operating professional television broadcast equipment for recording,
transmitting and live broadcasting to ensure the highest quality of audio and
video signal.
Responsibilities
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Operating Studio and OB equipment to
ensure quality sound and video in studio productions and live OB’s.
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To ensure that the selected shots are
well balanced on screen and relevant to the message.
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Provide a daily report of events
& recommend ways of improvements to the Supervisors.
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Act as a sound technician within the
gallery and studio ensuring that all sound microphones are in place and
working, installation of mobile microphones on guests and undertaking the
various sound and vision mixing in accordance to international Broadcast
standards.
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Compiling all commercials, programmes
and promos for transmission and ensure they run as per the Daily Transmission
Schedule (DTs);
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Ensuring all cameras and lighting
equipment within the studios are correctly aligned at all times before and
during live and prerecorded programmes;
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Handling of equipment carefully
during and a‑ er productions and sending faulty equipment to the workshop for
repair. Handling of broadcast equipment outside the premises in times of live
or pre-recorded events
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Database maintenance of information
in the TV Playout Servers
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To check peak levels against peak/vu
meter calibration to ensure clarity of up-sounds/commentary/music as per laid
down procedures
Key Performance Indicators
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Ensuring availability of quality
transmission signal and being alert to respond to signal interruptions on 24
hour basis
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Compile and update the CTS and DTS on
a daily basis
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Ensure that the studio equipment is
functioning by dusting and testing on a daily basis, and sending faulty
equipment to maintenance for repair.
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Efficient handling of equipment when
assigned to an OB or o -site Production by packing in the prescribed
manner and ensuring all equipment taken out of SGL premises is returned safely
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Customer Service: Keep a log of all
customer complaints and errors and ensure a 24 hour turn around for resolution
of complaints/errors
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Deadlines control: Zero tolerance to
all errors.
Qualifications
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Diploma in Media Technology or a relevant
field from a recognized institution
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At least 1 year relevant experience
Skills and Attributes
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Judgement or discretion required.
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Ability to make independent decisions
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Knowledge of routine(s)
TV Producer
Reporting to Chief Programmes Producer
The incumbent will be responsible for
creating and developing television content that is appealing to the viewers.
Responsibilities
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Developing ideas for new and existing
shows every quarter.
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Carrying out research for various
needs required by new and existing programmes.
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Planning for crew needs in terms of
transport, meals, locations, recce (pre-shoot visits), aesthetics, costumes and
props, music, graphics, talent sourcing and budgeting.
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Scripting for new and/or existing
shows.
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Overseeing production by managing
crew and talents on location to ensure there is discipline and optimum output,
calling for the camera shots, conducting interviews and handling equipment on
location.
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Previewing the rushes/footage after
the shoots to ascertain quality and quantity.
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Overseeing post-productions (editing
with the video editor).
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Ensuring that the final product meets
broadcast standards and delivered within the scheduled time.
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Ensuring that all shows are within
budget and unnecessary expenditures are avoided.
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Ensuring all props and costumes for
the show are safely kept and in good condition.
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Marketing programmes by ensuring the
programme promo is released in good time, social media platforms are active,
responding to feedback from viewers and suggesting marketing opportunities for
the programme.
Qualifications
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Diploma in TV Production/ Media
Studies or a relevant field from a recognized institution
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University degree is an added
advantage
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2 years relevant experience
Skills and Attributes
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Judgment or discretion required
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Ability to make independent decisions
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Knowledge of routine(s)
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Problem solving skills
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Leadership skills
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Decision making skills
Senior
Librarian
Reporting to Head of T.V Production
& Programming
The job holder will be responsible
for gathering, organizing, storing, updating and retrieving video materials
such as news clips, raw footage and TV programmes, in order to make the library
an information resource centre for other TV departments and other authorized
library users, in addition to supervising of librarians and taking charge of
library operations.
Responsibilities
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Supervising the establishment of an
organized catalog, classification and storage system for easy and speedy
retrieval, access to information required for the users.
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Providing reference services to the
users by assisting in identifying relevant materials for use in news, local
productions and features.
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Coordinating stock taking by
providing the necessary information and documentation as well as avail the
physical stocks/ materials.
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Overseeing the Coordination with
presentation editors and studio technical operators to make sure programmes for
daily transmission are submitted on time for digitizing.
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Supervising receiving and shipping of
foreign programmes and making follow-ups with suppliers.
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Overseeing and coordinating OB Live
recording supplies, coverage and archiving.
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Planning, monitoring and enforcing
library processes and procedures including staff performance.
Qualifications
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Diploma in Information Science or its
equivalent from a recognized institution.
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Professional qualification in
Audio/Visual Library Techniques.
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2 years relevant experience
Skills and Attributes
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Ability to works within established
rules, regulations, Policies and practices.
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Ability to make independent
decisions.
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Innovative.
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Conceptual
TV Graphic Designer
Reporting to the Chief Graphic
Designer
This role is responsible for
creatively originating and executing broadcast designs in conformance with the
broadcast visual policy.
Responsibilities
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Originating and ideating designs for
visual assets and illustrations according to various written briefs. E.g.
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Commercials and Montages for various
shows and news features.
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Developing and re-designing KTN
corporate identity visuals in line with the Group’s broadcast Visual policy.
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Re-designing of station indents,
programme properties and news templates
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Originating and developing physical
and virtual sets and on-air assets in line with the brief using the ORAD system
and 3D based platforms
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Participating in generation,
improvement, sustenance, and implementation of the visual policy e.g. News
intros and in-house production shows.
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Troubleshooting, remedying and
reporting on creations, illustrations and creative processes
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Communicating and interacting
productively with client departments
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Briefing the team leader and/or
manager fully on all assignments and progress thereof
Qualifications
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Diploma in Graphics Design and
Animation or a related ¬ field from a recognized institution
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Two (2) years relevant experience
Skills and Other Attributes
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Judgment or discretion required
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Ability to make independent decisions
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Knowledge of routine(s)
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ORAD on air graphics
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Good people skills and the ability to
work in a team
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Apt thinker
How to Apply
If you possess the above
quali¬fications and the drive to meet the challenge, visit our website www.standardmedia.co.ke/recruitment to
browse through the current openings/vacancies and apply.
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.