News Anchor/Presenter – Ramogi FM at Royal Media Group

Royal Media Services Limited is the largest electronic Media House in Kenya. Home to the most popular television and radio channels according to audience share, at Royal Media Services we fashion our programming primarily to connect with our audiences. Our brands are Citizen TV, Inooro TV, Radio Citizen, Ramogi FM, Inooro FM, Musyi FM, Chamgei FM, Muuga FM, Egesa FM, Bahari FM, Mulembe FM, Wimwaro FM, Sulwe FM, Hot 96 and Vuuka FM.

Summary

Royal Media Services Limited wishes to recruit a suitably qualified individual to the position of a News Presenter/Anchor. He/she will report to the News Editor

KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• To sub-edit copy from reporters and correspondents.


• Writing scripts for bulletins, headlines and reports.


• Selecting appropriate stories and exercising editorial judgement on the best angle from which to approach a story.


• Preparing and presenting material ‘on air’ for both pre-recorded and live pieces.


• Generating ideas for stories, features and following leads as well as pitching story ideas to editors.


• Developing and maintaining local contacts.


• Coordinating and liaising with correspondents in the field for purpose of compiling news and features.


• Make sure that news bytes are of good quality, ethically sound and precise to the right length.


• Ensure all social media platforms are updated regularly


• Advising your supervisor on new trends in online tools, applications, channels, design & strategy


• Moderating talk shows


• Write broadcasting reports and execute commercial logs


• Music research – identifies, propose and source music to be incorporated into the station sound.


• Cross-promote the Company’s online & traditional product lines


• Conceptualize and execute online campaigns for various projects

REQUIREMENTS

Skills and Personal attributes

• Have a good command of English, Kiswahili and Dholuo languages. (Attach Voice demo)


• Strong writing, editing and analytical skills


• Ability to moderate a talk shows


• Ability to work odd hours


• Clear understanding of media laws and ethics


• Self driven, assertive, punctual and organized.


• Must have a nose for news, broad and strategic thinker and pay attention to detail.


• Must demonstrate a professional approach and appearance including enthusiasm, drive, commitment, honesty, trust, loyalty and keep abreast with evolving trends.

Academic and professional experience

• A university degree in journalism / mass communication or another related field from a recognized university.


• At least 3 years experience as a Presenter /newsreader/reporter/subeditor in a reputable newsroom.


• Must be social media savvy, innovative and creative

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