TV PRODUCER AT MEDIA TRUST LIMITED (DAILY TRUST) | TV PRODUCER JOBS IN ABUJA

About Company:

Media Trust Limited is the publisher of Daily Trust and other newspaper titles. They are also into commercial printing as well as Brand Marketing Research for the purpose of identifying new opportunities for business values. Each market research report delivers insight across a wide range of crucial factors such as market size, growth drivers, competitive landscape, trends, and forecasts.

Job Description:

• We are seeking a versatile TV Producer to lead storytelling in our converged newsroom.
• The ideal candidate will be the bridge between traditional TV broadcasting and modern digital journalism, ensuring our audience receives high-quality news whether they are watching a screen, listening to a podcast, or scrolling a social feed.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop original story ideas, program segments, and documentaries that resonate with both TV viewers and online audiences.
• Write and edit compelling scripts for anchors, ensuring they meet the Media Trust editorial standards
• Lead the production team (camera crews, editors, and graphics artists) during studio recordings and field assignments.
• Manage production timelines and budgets to ensure all programs are delivered on schedule and within financial constraints.
• Adapt TV segments into “digital-first” formats, such as short-form videos for TikTok/Instagram, Twitter threads, or interactive web articles.
• Collaborate with the digital team to manage live streams (e.g., via YouTube Live or Facebook Watch) and monitor real-time audience feedback.
• Review all footage and final edits for accuracy, legal compliance (defamation/libel), and adherence to the NBC (National Broadcasting Commission) code.
• Ensure all visual elements, including lower thirds, “News Bars,” and graphics, are accurate and visually engaging.
• Write and edit scripts optimized for different audiences: formal for Broadcast TV, conversational for Radio, and punchy/SEO-friendly for Digital & Web.
• Collaborate with directors, camera operators, and talent to maintain high production standards.
• Plan, write, and “stack” daily news programs, selecting stories based on impact and audience appeal.
• Use data analytics to track show performance and adapt content to meet evolving viewer trends.
• Coordinate with the Digital Desk to ensure video packages are optimized for both broadcast TV and digital platforms

Requirements:

• Degree in Mass Communication, Film/TV Production, or Digital Media.
• Minimum of 3 years of proven experience in TV Production
• Deep understanding of the Nigerian media landscape and digital content formats.
• Strong leadership, excellent storytelling ability, and the capacity to work under tight deadlines.

Salary

Application Closing Date: Not specified

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