Editor at Bloomberg Television Africa

Sprezzatura Concepts Limited - Our client Bloomberg Television Africa is seeking experienced individuals to join its Lagos Bureau.

Bloomberg, the global business and financial information and news leader, gives influential decision makers a critical edge by connecting them to a dynamic network of information, people and ideas. Bloomberg News, delivered through the Bloomberg Professional service, television, radio, mobile, the Internet and three magazines, Bloomberg Businessweek, Bloomberg Markets and Bloomberg Pursuits, covers the world with more than 2,400 news and multimedia professionals at more than 150 bureaus in 73 countries. Headquartered in New York, Bloomberg employs more than 15,000 people in 192 locations around the world.

Bloomberg Television Africa invites applications from interested and qualified candidates to apply for the underlisted position:

Job Title: Editor

Job Reference Number: PRO007ED
Location: Lagos

Responsibilities

• Edit dialogue, sound effects and correct errors of BTVA’s production/broadcast using editing equipment.
• Select and combine the most effective shots of each scene in order to form a logical and smoothly running story.
• Mark frames where a particular shot or piece of sound is to begin or end.
• Create compelling charts and data features.
• Determine the specific audio and visual effects necessary for production/broadcast.
• Cut shot sequences to different angles at specific points in scenes, making each individual cut as fluid and seamless as possible.
• Take all the shots from filming, and edit them until the finished product matches the programme director's vision of the broadcast.

Requirements

• BSc/HND in Communication/Journalism, Video/Film Production or any related discipline
• Minimum relevant work experience of 4 years in live news environment
• 3 years of experience in editing in a television production industry
• Experience in editing and writing about financial markets on deadline
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in live & pre-recorded environment.
• Excellent online samples that demonstrate technical work for major clients
• Demonstrated leadership ability
• Knowledge of the Bloomberg system, or a desire to build proficiency
• Excellent visual storyteller
• Proficient with Final Cut Pro (versions 7+)
• Familiarity with Motion Graphics programs such as After Affects, Photoshop, etc.

Application Closing Date
6th February, 2014

Method Of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply