Production Assistants at TOS TV Network - 2 Openings

TOS TV brings you daily news on business, politics, and development. TOS TV aims to become one of the world’s most trusted sources of informative, educational and entertaining news that provides a comprehensive range of high-quality inspirational programming and broadcasting.

TOS TV Network is a fast-rising current affairs station and we want persons who can tell the African story that encourages business between Africans. We want amazing storytellers that handle their own camera and have an entrepreneurial eye. We are looking for experienced and innovative broadcasters with the ability to meet our digital-first philosophy for the position below:

Job Title: Production Assistant

Location: Nigeria
Department: Programmes & Production
Slots: 2

Job Description

• Help prepare the set with Nghts, props, equipment, etc.
• Assist costume designers, directors, camera operators and other crew members
• Print and distribute daily paperwork (e.g. scripts, call sheets)
• Conduct crowd control by putting up signs, directing pedestriaiis away from filming, lock down sets etc.
• Actasa runner distributing messages or items within crew and cast
• Perform administrative work (answering phones, paperwork, etc.)
• Undertake errands as assigned.

Qualifications

• OND in Mass Communication, Journalism or relevant field. Relevant training (e.g. production courses) will be an advantage
• 2 years experience as production assistant or a passion for the industry
• Knowledge of terminology will be appreciated
• Computer savvy
• Excellent organisational and multi-tasking ability
• Resourcefulness and problem-solving
• . A team player with great communication skills
• Physical strength and stamina
• ‘A valid driver’s license.

Competencies:

• Adapts to changing circumstances including emergencies and other crises; tolerates ambiguity; accepts new ideas and change initiatives;
• Relating and networking: Easily establishes good relationships with customers and staff; builds wide and effective networks of contacts inside and outside the organisation;
• Makes a positive impression on other individuals in one-to-one settings.
• Persuades others effectively, gaining their commitment while recognising the need for give and take.

Application Closing Date
5PM (WAT); 14th August, 2020.