Media Roles at United States International University – USIU Africa

Media jobs, Communication jobs, Cinematic and Creative Arts jobs, Journalism jobs

News Anchors (2)

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Present daily news segments with professionalism and clarity.
• Research and write news stories.
• Conduct interviews and report on various events.
• Qualification: Strong communication skills, experience in public speaking or journalism.

General Qualifications:

• Must be a USIU-Africa student from the School of Communication, Cinematic and Creative Arts (SCCCA) or pursuing Journalism as a minor.
• If you decide to join the team, you will be required to pick Journalism as a minor.
• Commitment to work with USIU-Africa TV and Podcasting for one year.

Reporters (4)

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Gather and verify information for news stories.
• Conduct interviews and provide on-the-ground coverage.
• Write and edit news reports for broadcast.
• Qualification: Excellent research and writing skills, ability to work under pressure.

General Qualifications:

• Must be a USIU-Africa student from the School of Communication, Cinematic and Creative Arts (SCCCA) or pursuing Journalism as a minor.
• If you decide to join the team, you will be required to pick Journalism as a minor.
• Commitment to work with USIU-Africa TV and Podcasting for one year.

Producers (2)

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Plan and coordinate daily news segments and weekly shows.
• Oversee the production process from start to finish.
• Ensure content meets quality and editorial standards.
• Qualification: Experience in media production, strong organizational skills

General Qualifications:

• Must be a USIU-Africa student from the School of Communication, Cinematic and Creative Arts (SCCCA) or pursuing Journalism as a minor.
• If you decide to join the team, you will be required to pick Journalism as a minor.
• Commitment to work with USIU-Africa TV and Podcasting for one year.

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Camera Operators (3) 

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Operate cameras during live broadcasts and recordings.
• Set up and maintain camera equipment.
• Collaborate with directors and producers to achieve the desired visual style.
• Qualification: Technical proficiency with camera equipment, attention to detail.

General Qualifications:

• Must be a USIU-Africa student from the School of Communication, Cinematic and Creative Arts (SCCCA) or pursuing Journalism as a minor.
• If you decide to join the team, you will be required to pick Journalism as a minor.
• Commitment to work with USIU-Africa TV and Podcasting for one year.

Editors (2)

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Edit video footage for news segments and TV shows.
• Ensure smooth transitions and high-quality visuals.
• Work with producers to meet deadlines and content standards.
• Qualification: Proficiency in video editing software, creative eye for detail.

General Qualifications:

• Must be a USIU-Africa student from the School of Communication, Cinematic and Creative Arts (SCCCA) or pursuing Journalism as a minor.
• If you decide to join the team, you will be required to pick Journalism as a minor.
• Commitment to work with USIU-Africa TV and Podcasting for one year.

Writers (2)

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Create scripts for news segments and TV shows.
• Develop engaging and informative content.
• Collaborate with anchors, reporters, and producers.
• Qualification: Strong writing skills, creativity, and ability to meet deadlines

General Qualifications:

• Must be a USIU-Africa student from the School of Communication, Cinematic and Creative Arts (SCCCA) or pursuing Journalism as a minor.
• If you decide to join the team, you will be required to pick Journalism as a minor.
• Commitment to work with USIU-Africa TV and Podcasting for one year.

Directors (2)

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Lead the creative vision for news segments and TV shows.
• Coordinate with the production team to ensure smooth execution.
• Manage the technical aspects of broadcasts.
• Qualification: Leadership skills, experience in directing or media production.

General Qualifications:

• Must be a USIU-Africa student from the School of Communication, Cinematic and Creative Arts (SCCCA) or pursuing Journalism as a minor.
• If you decide to join the team, you will be required to pick Journalism as a minor.
• Commitment to work with USIU-Africa TV and Podcasting for one year.

Social Media Managers (2)

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Promote USIU-Africa TV content on various social media platforms.
• En.gage with the audience and respond to feedback.
• Develop strategies to increase viewership and engagement.
• Qualification: Knowledge of social media platforms, marketing skills.

General Qualifications:

• Must be a USIU-Africa student from the School of Communication, Cinematic and Creative Arts (SCCCA) or pursuing Journalism as a minor.
• If you decide to join the team, you will be required to pick Journalism as a minor.
• Commitment to work with USIU-Africa TV and Podcasting for one year.

Head of Programming (1)

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage the overall programming schedule.
• Ensure a diverse and engaging lineup of shows.
• Coordinate with producers and directors to maintain quality standards.
• Qualification: Experience in programming or media management, strategic planning skills.

General Qualifications:

• Must be a USIU-Africa student from the School of Communication, Cinematic and Creative Arts (SCCCA) or pursuing Journalism as a minor.
• If you decide to join the team, you will be required to pick Journalism as a minor.
• Commitment to work with USIU-Africa TV and Podcasting for one year.

Head of TV (1)

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Oversee all operations of USIU TV.
• Lead the team and ensure smooth execution of all broadcasts.
• Manage budgets, resources, and strategic planning.
• Qualification: Leadership experience, strong organizational and management skills.

General Qualifications:

• Must be a USIU-Africa student from the School of Communication, Cinematic and Creative Arts (SCCCA) or pursuing Journalism as a minor.
• If you decide to join the team, you will be required to pick Journalism as a minor.
• Commitment to work with USIU-Africa TV and Podcasting for one year.

Head of Audio-Visual (1)

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Oversee all audio-visual operations.
• Lead the audio-visual team and ensure high-quality content.
• Manage audio-visual schedules and strategic planning.
• Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in an IT or AV-related field, experience in audio-visual management, leadership skills.

General Qualifications:

• Must be a USIU-Africa student from the School of Communication, Cinematic and Creative Arts (SCCCA) or pursuing Journalism as a minor.
• If you decide to join the team, you will be required to pick Journalism as a minor.
• Commitment to work with USIU-Africa TV and Podcasting for one year.

Head of Podcast (1)

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Oversee all podcast operations.
• lead the podcast team and ensure high-quality content.
• Manage podcast schedules and strategic planning.
• Qualification: Experience in podcasting, leadership skills.

General Qualifications:

• Must be a USIU-Africa student from the School of Communication, Cinematic and Creative Arts (SCCCA) or pursuing Journalism as a minor.
• If you decide to join the team, you will be required to pick Journalism as a minor.
• Commitment to work with USIU-Africa TV and Podcasting for one year.

Podcast Hosts (3)

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Host and present weekly podcast episodes.
• Research and prepare content for each episode.
• Conduct interviews and engage with guests.
• Qualification: Strong communication skills, experience in hosting or public speaking.

General Qualifications:

• Must be a USIU-Africa student from the School of Communication, Cinematic and Creative Arts (SCCCA) or pursuing Journalism as a minor.
• If you decide to join the team, you will be required to pick Journalism as a minor.
• Commitment to work with USIU-Africa TV and Podcasting for one year.

Podcast Producers (2)

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Plan and coordinate podcast episodes.
• Oversee the production process from start to finish.
• Ensure content meets quality and editorial standards.
• Qualification: Experience in podcast production, organizational skills.

General Qualifications:

• Must be a USIU-Africa student from the School of Communication, Cinematic and Creative Arts (SCCCA) or pursuing Journalism as a minor.
• If you decide to join the team, you will be required to pick Journalism as a minor.
• Commitment to work with USIU-Africa TV and Podcasting for one year.

Podcast Editors (2)

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Edit audio recordings for podcast episodes.
• Ensure high-quality sound and smooth transitions.
• Work with producers to meet deadlines and content standards.
• Qualification: Proficiency in audio editing software, attention to detail

General Qualifications:

• Must be a USIU-Africa student from the School of Communication, Cinematic and Creative Arts (SCCCA) or pursuing Journalism as a minor.
• If you decide to join the team, you will be required to pick Journalism as a minor.
• Commitment to work with USIU-Africa TV and Podcasting for one year.

Method of Application

Submit your resume and a brief cover letter explaining why you are interested in joining USIU-Africa TV and Podcasting.

Include any relevant experience or skills.

For Presenters, Reporters, and Anchors: Include a 30-second video introducing yourself and links to reels showcasing your talent.

Send your application to kwangui@usiu.ac.ke and cc nwgitau@usiu.ac.ke by Saturday, April 5, 2025.

Interview Date: Monday, April 7, 2025