JOBS: 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.
News Anchor/Presenter – Ramogi FM
- Job TypeFull Time
- qualification/BSc/HND
- Experience3 years
- LocationNairobi
- Job FieldMedia / Advertising / Branding
NEWS ANCHOR/PRESENTER – RAMOGI FM
Royal Media Services Limited wishes to recruit a suitably qualified individual to the position of 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 judgment 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
- 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
Skills and Personal attribute
- Have a good command of English, Kiswahili, and Dholuo languages. (Attach Voice demo)
- Strong writing, editing, and analytical skills
- Ability to moderate a talk show
- Ability to work odd hours
- A 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
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/sub-editor in a reputable newsroom.
- Must be social media savvy, innovative, and creative
Method of Application
If you find this a good challenge and you qualify, please send your application and CV to recruitment@royalmedia.co.ke. In your subject quote the code HRD/RFM/NP/2022.
Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The closing date will be Sunday 20th February 2022 at 5 pm.
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