Radio Africa Studio Production Executive and Junior Animator TV Jobs in Kenya

Radio Africa Group is a fast growing and dynamic media company consisting of 6 radio stations, one TV station and one newspaper.

We are looking for talented, energetic, ambitious and self motivated individuals keen on a career enhancing opportunity, to fill the following positions.

Studio Production Executive
Ref HR 1 /03/11

Reporting to the Channel Executive, the Studio Production Executive will creatively incorporate a variety of film techniques using digital, video, electronic, film cameras and also undertake still pictures if and when required.

Key Responsibilities

Shoot the daily news, reality shows, other shows and handle simultaneous live edits using Kenya's only fifth generation TV production system.Work in tandem with the producers of various content to ensure that all shoots meet the quality and style standards of the stationGuide the production team in rehearsing and choreographing for shootsResponsible for ensuring that all studio equipment is in good working order at all times.Assemble the camera equipment and accessories before and after all shootsAbility to work with production equipment and softwareExperience in a production environment is mandatoryRelevant technological aptitude and high level computer dexterity is requiredProfessional training in Film and/or TV production is an advantageStudio experience is preferredHighly technical and creative individual with an ability to envision the end productAbility to work swiftly and keep abreast of the latest trends in the industryExcellent interpersonal skills with an ability to inspire trust in the crewJunior Animator
Ref HR 2/03/11

Reporting to the Imaging & Content Executive, the Junior Animator will create graphics and develop animations from various concepts

Key Responsibilities

Create channel commercial and promotional graphics and animationsConduct graphical overlay of contentBuild accurate, detailed frame-by-frame visualsEnsure the section meets clients' commercial expectations and deadlinesRecord dialogue and work with the editors to composite the various layers of animation (backgrounds, special effects, characters and graphics).Professional training in Film and/or TV productionMinimum of 1 year's work experience in a similar position in the Media IndustryWorking experience with Final Cut Pro, Adobe Photoshop Adobe After Effects and Adobe Flash.Proven track record in creation of graphics and animationsAbility to multi task, with superb coordination and communication skillsHigh proficiency in Final Cut Pro Adobe Photoshop and Adobe After effects is mandatoryAn energetic, self driven person of impeccable integrity and honestyA gifted artist with advanced creativity and innovation skillsResults oriented and energetic team player with a passion for the businessNote: Applicants for the junior animator's position will be required to include a show reel exhibiting their work. Any applications received without a show reel will automatically be disqualified.

Radio Africa Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will offer a competitive package to the successful candidate.

Applications clearly indicating position reference and current remuneration should be addressed to the Group Human Resources Manager via email hr@kissfm.co.ke; 2nd Floor Lion Place, Westlands, so as to reach us by 14th March 2011.

Please include your daytime telephone number and names and contact addresses of 3 professional referees.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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