Graduate Positions in Standard Media Group, Nairobi, Kenya

Social Media Internship

The Standard Group PLC is recognized as a leading multi-media house in East Africa. Our various media platforms include: The Standard Newspaper, KTN, KTN News, Radio Maisha, The Nairobian weekly newspaper, Think Outdoor (billboard advertising) and Standard Digital.
Job Description: 
As part of our mandate to create learning opportunities, we are searching for young smart, vibrant, creative and ambitious graduates to join the content team of www.standardmedia.co.ke – the #1 news site in Kenya. The Graduate Internship programme is a six month intensive opportunity to learn from a great team of journalists and contribute to various Standard Digital websites.

Responsibilities:
·         Work on various digital projects under the guidance of a mentor.
·         Interview news sources for web and video platforms.
·         Write creative content for various Standard Digital websites.
·         Monitor news feeds for breaking news and information.
·         Create and engage online communities.
·         Generate visual content for various web platforms.
Qualification and Skills:
·         Recently graduated or about to graduate with a degree in communication, journalism or any other creative field.
·         Experience and knowledge in web publishing.
·         Willingness and ability to learn and work in a fast paced environment.
·         Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
·         Working knowledge of video and social media platforms.
·         Able to effectively and creatively use social media to engage
audiences.
·         Excellent planning and organization skills.
·         Ability to work under pressure.
·         Video production and editing skills (an added advantage)
·         No Working Experience Required
·         Languages: Swahili (Spoken: fluent | Written: fluent)English (Spoken: fluent | Written: fluent),

Video Desk Internship

The Standard Group PLC is recognized as a leading multi-media house in East Africa. Our various media platforms include: The Standard Newspaper, KTN, KTN News, Radio Maisha, The Nairobian weekly newspaper, Think Outdoor (billboard advertising) and Standard Digital.
Job Description: 
As part of our mandate to create learning opportunities, we are searching for young smart, vibrant, creative and ambitious graduates to join the content team of www.standardmedia.co.ke – the #1 news site in Kenya. The Graduate Internship programme is a six month intensive opportunity to learn from a great team of journalists and contribute to various Standard Digital websites.
Responsibilities:
·         Work on various digital projects under the guidance of a mentor.
·         Interview news sources for web and video platforms.
·         Write creative content for various Standard Digital websites.
·         Monitor news feeds for breaking news and information.
·         Create and engage online communities.
·         Generate visual content for various web platforms.
Qualification and Skills:
·         Recently graduated or about to graduate with a degree in communication, journalism or any other creative field.
·         Experience and knowledge in web publishing.
·         Willingness and ability to learn and work in a fast paced environment.
·         Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
·         Working knowledge of video and social media platforms.
·         Able to effectively and creatively use social media to engage
audiences.
·         Excellent planning and organization skills.
·         Ability to work under pressure.
·         Video production and editing skills (an added advantage)
·         No Working Experience Required
·         Languages: Swahili (Spoken: fluent | Written: fluent)English (Spoken: fluent | Written: fluent),

Sports Desk Intern

The Standard Group PLC is recognized as a leading multi-media house in East Africa. Our various media platforms include: The Standard Newspaper, KTN, KTN News, Radio Maisha, The Nairobian weekly newspaper, Think Outdoor (billboard advertising) and Standard Digital.
Job Description: 
As part of our mandate to create learning opportunities, we are searching for young smart, vibrant, creative and ambitious graduates to join the content team of www.standardmedia.co.ke – the #1 news site in Kenya. The Graduate Internship programme is a six month intensive opportunity to learn from a great team of journalists and contribute to various Standard Digital websites.
Responsibilities:
·         Work on various digital projects under the guidance of a mentor.
·         Interview news sources for web and video platforms.
·         Write creative content for various Standard Digital websites.
·         Monitor news feeds for breaking news and information.
·         Create and engage online communities.
·         Generate visual content for various web platforms.
Qualification and Skills:

·         Recently graduated or about to graduate with a degree in communication, journalism or any other creative field.
·         Experience and knowledge in web publishing.
·         Willingness and ability to learn and work in a fast paced environment.
·         Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
·         Working knowledge of video and social media platforms.
·         Able to effectively and creatively use social media to engage
audiences.
·         Excellent planning and organization skills.
·         Ability to work under pressure.
·         Video production and editing skills (an added advantage)
·         No Working Experience Required
·         Languages: Swahili (Spoken: fluent | Written: fluent)English (Spoken: fluent | Written: fluent),

Entertainment Desk Internship

The Standard Group PLC is recognized as a leading multi-media house in East Africa. Our various media platforms include: The Standard Newspaper, KTN, KTN News, Radio Maisha, The Nairobian weekly newspaper, Think Outdoor (billboard advertising) and Standard Digital.
Job Description: 
As part of our mandate to create learning opportunities, we are searching for young smart, vibrant, creative and ambitious graduates to join the content team of www.standardmedia.co.ke – the #1 news site in Kenya. The Graduate Internship programme is a six month intensive opportunity to learn from a great team of journalists and contribute to various Standard Digital websites.
Responsibilities:
·         Work on various digital projects under the guidance of a mentor.
·         Interview news sources for web and video platforms.
·         Write creative content for various Standard Digital websites.
·         Monitor news feeds for breaking news and information.
·         Create and engage online communities.
·         Generate visual content for various web platforms.
Qualification and Skills:
·         Recently graduated or about to graduate with a degree in communication, journalism or any other creative field.
·         Experience and knowledge in web publishing.
·         Willingness and ability to learn and work in a fast paced environment.
·         Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
·         Working knowledge of video and social media platforms.
·         Able to effectively and creatively use social media to engage
audiences.
·         Excellent planning and organization skills.
·         Ability to work under pressure.
·         Video production and editing skills (an added advantage)
·         No Working Experience Required
·         Languages: Swahili (Spoken: fluent | Written: fluent)English (Spoken: fluent | Written: fluent),
We have vacancies for individuals with exceptional skills in the following sections:
·         Social media
·         Video desk
·         Sports desk
·         Entertainment (SDE)
How to Apply:

Your application letter should clearly indicate:
1. The section you are interested in.
2. Links to work samples (if any).