Associate Producer - Abuja at News Central TV

About the Role

This position offers a great opportunity for career growth in live television production. You will work as part of a dynamic team, reporting to the Executive Producer while supporting all aspects of daily show operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Report to the Executive Producer for daily job tasks
• Write scripts for the show
• Prepare and organize the show rundown
• Write and post daily content on social media outlets
• Prepare guests for live segments
• Work remotely while remaining available to come to the station at short notice
• Collaborate with clients to improve the quality of their segments
• Time the show to ensure each guest has adequate time to deliver their message
• Assist with line producing
• Support on-location shoots
• Assist with editing as needed
• Book visually engaging segments for the show
• Contribute new ideas to enhance the show
• Work with show producers to write voice-overs, manage live shots, handle guest segments, and write compelling teases
• Create production elements for scripts, including tape and graphics
• Identify news stories, select video and sound bites, oversee editing, conduct interviews, and write stories for television and the internet

Required Qualifications

• BA/BS Degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field
• 1–3 years of experience producing live television
• Proficiency in stacking rundowns for broadcast
• Strong creative writing skills with ability to write informative, conversational, and engaging television scripts
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively under constant deadlines
• Calm composure when handling live TV situations and changing events
• Strong multitasking abilities under pressure
• Demonstrated social media proficiency with an active, strong presence on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter

Required Attributes

• Energetic and friendly personality
• Available to work weekdays from 6:30 AM–3:30 PM, with flexibility for later hours when needed
• Available for station weekend events