Video Journalist at BBC Media Action

The BBC is an international multimedia broadcaster on radio, TV, online and social networks with a weekly global audience of 320 million. As part of an historic multi-million pound expansion of BBC Africa, the BBC World Service is introducing a wide range of new and exciting language and regional content to serve African and global audiences.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Video Journalist

Job ID: 46032
Location: Lagos

Purpose of the Role

• As a Video Journalist in the Igbo Service team, you will initiate, gather and produce material for news, current affairs and general programming.
• You will routinely self-shoot and edit complete packages for use across multiple platforms.

Key Responsibilities And Impact

• Script, record, edit and produce video content, mainly in spoken and written Igbo, with speed and utmost creativity. 
• Offer story ideas and routinely self-film, edit news and produce packages for use across multiple platforms. 
• Possess digital journalism skills that appeal to Igbo audiences. 
• Spot potential newsworthy stories for use on BBC Igbo platforms and other services within the BBC, recognising the distinct requirements of different types of content the service needs. 

Your Skill and Experience
Essential Criteria: 

• Must possess first-class video journalism skills with the ability to source, gather and prepare audio and digital videos in Igbo for social media and multiple platforms. 
• A good command of spoken and written Igbo
• Storytelling ability using graphics, audio and video for multiple platforms when needed. 
• Must be a good team player able to deliver and keep up with newsroom deadlines. 
• Ability to generate ideas, script, self-film and edit video routinely, which is the focus of the role.

Application Closing Date
15th June, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online