Background
The present thematic priority areas of work of the BBC World Service Trust are Health, Governance and Human Rights, Humanitarian Response, Livelihood and Climate Change. These have guided its project design and interventions. The BBC Media Action is looking for interested/motivated candidates to join the team in Abuja.
The position is Abuja based. The contract duration is expected to be one year for with a probation period of 3 months. Salary will be based on experience but does not include moving or relocation allowance to duty station.
Position: Sound Engineer (1 Position) 1 year Contract (with possibility of renewable)
This is an opportunity to join BBC Media Action Production team behind award winning programmes like the Drama Story Story. Fava. Ya Take Me Arewa and be part of creating new programmes like Talk Your Own and Town Hall Meetings. You will work on a variety of programmes and formats.
Technical Duties
- Assist in recording sound on BBC Media Action productions ensuring audio quality is first-rate and complies with BBC standards
- Responsibility for the audio equipment necessary for any recording situation
- To ensure the necessary equipment is delivered as required and to supervise the rigging for a variety of productions
- Manage the sound studio and also equipment in the studio, establishing the necessary systems in consultation with the Administration Team. Specifically, take responsibility for ensuring BBC technical equipment is in good working order and report problems to the Head of Operations at the first available opportunity
- To undertake conventional circuitry wiring, including working on equipment which may be carrying live programming
- To design and assemble equipment involving mechanical and electrical skills
- To install equipment in racks, trolleys, offices and studios
- To install audio and video related distribution systems
- To diagnose faults and wiring errors audio and video distribution systems
- To maintain knowledge of technical developments in audio and broadcast related areas
- Assist in maintaining and providing comprehensive details of programme content necessary for the compilation of reports to show progress against project objectives, Programmes as Broadcast’ document, music usage, compliance and other administrative records
- Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
- Experience in sound recording in a variety of settings and a clear understanding of how to use sound imaginatively and to dramatic effect
- Proven ability to use digital multi-track editing software to the highest standard
- All BBC Staff may be required to travel throughout Nigeria sometimes at short notice
Co-operation
- To liaise closely with other programme strands of BBC Media
- Action In order to increase the Impact of all project activities in
- Nigeria to avoid duplication of efforts
- Assist to train regional FM stations and reporters to record stories in a format acceptable to BBC standards and train BBC staff to improve their sound production techniques
Skills, Knowledge & Experience
- A good degree preferably in Audio Engineering of other appropriate training
- At least 3-4 years experience in a broadcasting environment, Should have sound production experience across a range of programme genres including discussion programmes, magazines, music and drama. Evidence of creativity is highly valued.
- Experience in sound recording in a variety of settings and a clear understanding of how to use sound imaginatively and to dramatic effect
- Proven ability to use digital multi-track editing software such Adobe Audition, Audacity, Adobe Premier or Pro Tools to the highest standard Advanced language skill English. Pidgin. Knowledge of Hausa is an added advantage
- Managing relationships and team working- able to build and maintain effective working relationships with a range of people. Works co-operatively with others to be part of a team, as opposed to working separately or competitively
- Resilience – manages personal effectiveness by managing emotions in the face of pressure, set backs or when dealing with provocative situations. Demonstrates an approach to work that is characterized by commitment, motivation and energy
- Planning and organisation- able to think ahead in order to establish and efficient and appropriate course of action for self and others. Prioritises and plans activities taking into account all the relevant issues and factors such, as deadlines, staffing and resources
- Communication – able to get one’s message understood clearly by adopting a range of styles, tools and techniques appropriate to the audience and the nature of the information Flexibility – adapts and works effectively with a variety of situations, individuals or groups. Able to understand and appreciate different and opposing perspectives on art issue, to adapt an approach as the requirements of a situation change, and to change or easily accept changes in one’s own organisation or as requirements change
- Time and Stress Management – Good time management and ability to prioritize a heavy workload under pressure
Method of Application:
Interested candidates should please send in their application with an introduction letter stating capability and motivation on why they like the job, a detailed curriculum vitae with names and addresses of three professional referees (including their telephone, fax and email addresses). All applications should reach the Head of HR/Administration, BBC Media Action, Nigeria via below email address: (word document please) not later than 30th August, 2012. The position applied for should be clearly stated on application letter: productionposts2012@yahoo.com. Submission of applications closes Thursday 30th August, 2012.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. No telephone calls please.
