CHANNELS TELEVISION MULTIPLE RECRUITMENT, 2013

The Channels Television company was licensed in June 1993 and allocated a frequency on UHF (channel 39). It began transmission two years later under the name Channels Television and now broadcasts to a well discerning audience of over 20 million people.
We currently have the following vacant positions in our company;
Job Title:
Online Content Producer
General Role
An online producer oversees the making of content for websites and other online properties. Online producers are sometimes called “web producers” “publishers”, “content producers,” or “online editors.”
The online producer’s responsibility is usually to create, edit and arrange the text, video, audio, images and other materials that may be included on a website. Online producers define and maintain the character of a website, as opposed to running it from a technical standpoint.
Primary Responsibilities
Ensure the website is updated as often as required
Upload Stories on the website- Word Press compliant Content Management System
Upload videos on You Tube-With annotations, tags
Google Plus Hangout Producer, which includes live transmission on You Tube.
Re writing reports that are sentin by TV correspondents to suit publication on the website.
Transcribing TV tracks into online stories.
Getting stories daily out of live TV programmes such as SunriseDaily, Business Morning for the website.
Managing the social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Google Plus and You Tube).
You Tube video editing.
Plan, structure, report, and write news and information content for Web sites and other new media platforms
Enhance the news content with outside links, maps, slideshows.
Convert new media content to broadcast style.
Coordinate news editorial and technical staff to facilitate the migration of multi-media content to new media platforms, including video, audio, still photos and graphics
Will assist in online coverage of major news events, breaking news.
Manage wire feeds and publish to the web site where appropriate.


Qualifications and experience:


Bachelors degree and training in multimedia production.
Must have aptitude in Adobe Premiere and digital audio editing
The Online Content Producer should have at least 2 years professional experience
Must demonstrate good journalism and writing skills aswell as an understanding of current events
Must understand basic journalism legal principles.
Must be able to multi-task, meet deadlines and work under pressure
Experience working in a dynamic, fast-paced newsroomenvironment strongly preferred
Working knowledge of online content-management systems preferred
Working knowledge of web-design tools, such as HTML, Flash, ASP.Net, DreamWeaver, JavaScript, Adobe Photoshop, and FTP programs
Good understanding of mass media and social media
Exceptional communication and editing skills

JOB TITLE
3D GRAPHICS ANIMATOR

GENERAL ROLE
The 3D Animator will be responsible for designing and developing the next generation 3D stills, animation and other multi-media content to support the Company’s expanding marketing efforts for Channels TV’s other stations. This individual will beworking as part of a team, reporting to the creative director.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Create CAD drawings of customer floor plans using the latest version Chief Architect software
Create a variety of 3D stills andanimations based on customer orders
Develop material and object libraries (i.e. custom furniture sets) for use in 3D work
Work closely with designers and developers to optimize theuser experience
Research information and best practices to enhance the value of 3D stills and animation
Effectively manage, warehouse, and catalog all 3D graphic assets necessary for production
Ensure consistency with corporate design and brand guidelines


REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

Experience in the following areas:
Digital Video Production (Adobe Flash and After Effects)
Familiarity and integration skills of other tools such as – 3D Studio MAX, Adobe Photoshop/Premiere/Encore/Flash, AutoCAD, PTC ProEngineer, etc.
Expert knowledge of 3D visualization, rendering, animation, multimedia design, photographic/illustrative and computer aided design processes and affiliated software/tools, with an emphasis on Sketch-up.
Must be able to work in a fast-paced/changing environment while demonstrating excellent time management skills, ability to work well under pressure and having the flexibility to shift priorities quickly.
Must have good communication skills and workwell in a collaborative / team environment
Must be detail- and solution-oriented, self-motivated, and able to align professional development goals with business goals
Must be able to manage multiple projects at once and have the flexibility to change focus quickly as projects dictate
Demonstrated high level of written, verbal and interpersonal skills to communicate information
Qualifications and experience
*. Bachelor’s degree, preferablyin Graphics Design and 2+ years of experience
*. Must possess strong attentionto detail and the passion to do great work
*. Knowledge of Final Cut Pro (FCP), AfterEffects, Avid, AE and Adobe Creative Suite
*. Knowledge in 3D Animation Software is required
*. Familiarity with MAYA, 3D Studio Max, Cinema 4D knowledge is a plus

JOB TITLE
ADMINISTRATIVE MANAGER

GENERAL ROLE
The role of the Administrative manager is a manager who manages every activity pertaining to proper working of the organization. The adminmanager also undertakes the responsibility of coordinating other departments, clients, andthird parties. An admin manager must possess administrative qualities, whichare utmost necessary for uplifting the standard of the company.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for what is needed inside and outside the premises of the organization.
-Looking after the internal communications so that all members of the organization are aware of what is going on within the organization.
-Organizing any deliveries or suppliers coming into the offices for the day for any reason.
-Will be responsible for ensuring that all records that pass through the department are filed correctly and can be found and referred to when they ever become necessary.
- Arranging company assets such as company cars and any hotels for business trips that may be needed.
- Must be detail-oriented to be able to keep track of all the day-to-day operations of the Company, along with strong analytical skills and an ability to work with many different types of people.
-Ability to prioritize in a fast-faced, high-pressure environment.
-Keeping an account of the documentation details and every kind of information relating to products, sales, support, and cost to the company.
-Must possess good observation power and must be aware of the Company’s surroundings.
-Review and approve requisitions, purchase requests, managing office budget and expenditure.
-Responsible for scheduling meetings, checking product quality, and deadlines of his subordinates.
-Answerable to interoffice queries and ensures that there is effective communication of operational data to the management staff.
-Provides support to other departments of the organization and manages projects of the company.
-Admin manager is also responsible for training his subordinates and evaluating their performance as they participate in growth of the organization.

QUALITIES
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, so that he/she can present their views with clarity..
Interpersonal skills are essential along with sensible attitude. Should be assertive, optimistic, and a good listener.
Must have the ability to work within deadlines and should achieve the targets. In short must know how to manage time and prioritise their work under pressure.
Must be flexible and quick in responding within short notice period.
Must be adaptable in a dynamic working environment and organizational culture.
Must be proactive. Should havethe skills to initiate his or her own work without being directed.
Must be self-motivated and determined.
Must be reliable, trustworthy, and abide by the company’s policies.
Must have good organizationalskills, which are essential for managing every type of administrative job responsibility.
Must be self-disciplined, intelligent, responsible and presentable.
Must be positive, enthusiastic, have good leadership skills, get on well with people.
Must have the ability and perseverance to help the company achieve its goals

Qualifications and Experience

BA in Business Administration, Business Management or Public Administration, of whichat least 2 years must have been in a supervisory or managerial capacity.

A Master’s degree with a majorin Business Administration, Business Management or Public Administration is a plus.

TRANSMISSION ENGINEER

Requirements
-Ability to install, configure, test, commission and maintain microwave equipment’s of various sizes.
- Must be able to translate mission requirements and transmission problems into solutions employing current state-of-the-art communications system equipment and software. The solutions may consist of local, satellite, wide area, fiber, cable, wireless media or some combination thereof.
- Must have the ability to define interaction/interface between different categories of requirements and develop appropriate design to support the requirements while employing transmission systems standards and methodologies.
- Must be able to serve as a liaison to interpret and translate various disciplines represented in contributing to the overall project, and serve as a point of contact for evaluation of problems arising from the systems nature of the task.
- Must be able to directly interface and manage the daily activities of the master control operations.
-Must have the ability to interface and communicate with the traffic, programming, on-air promotions and post production departmental representatives
-Must be able to handle the pressure of a live broadcast and all typical and associated issues; last minute media deliveries, changing rundowns and play out requirements.
-Must monitor the channel integrity and video quality. This will include real-time logging of poor quality contentthat makes it through the seams.
-Must be available and able to work as required in support of a 7 day, 24 hour, 365 day operating broadcast television production operation.
-Must be able to assist and provide input in conjunction with troubleshooting operational and technical issues that occurs after hours.
-Capable of accepting, understanding and logging verbal and electronic trouble and incident reports containinglimited information and subsequently translating that information to a timely and fullincident resolution and or correction.
-Clear, concise effective written and verbal communication with technical and non-technical individuals.

Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering/Communications Engineering/Computer Engineering or;
an HND Degree plus 6 years of relevant field and/or operational experience.
Relevant postgraduate and/or professional qualifications/certifications will be an addedadvantage Must have knowledge and experience in IT.

AUDIO MIXER/SOUND ENGINEER

RequirementS
-Must be proficient with different types of recording media, such as analog tape, digital multi-track recorders and workstations, and computer knowledge.
-Ability to operate sound equipment needed for recording, mixing or other audio.
-Ability to add in sound effects,adjust the volume and maintain excellent sound quality throughout a broadcast.
- Will be responsible for performing all on-air operations to include recording, downloading, uploading and editing of all on-air programming and commercial material in a live news programme.
- Operate all control room equipment associated with a typical live news programme.
- Monitor and maintain the quality, continuity and availability of multiple networks and distribution channels in a live and non-live environment.
- Monitors video/audio quality and signal availability using waveform monitors, meters and other test and monitoring equipment
-Perform Master Control on-air operations activities
- Capture and encoding of content related to on-air schedules.
- Assists media operations group in the recording and storage of content feeds

Qualifications
BSc. Engineering / HND in any Engineering Discipline
BSc. Sound Engineering or equivalent
BSc. Audio Production and/or experience in Audio Production
Must have knowledge and experience in IT.
Must be experienced in broadcast television, cable programmer and network.
Must be able to work any scheduled time, including nights, weekends and holidaysto support the 24×7 on-air broadcasts.

ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

Requirements
An Electrical or Electronics Engineer, with the knowledge and experience of working in the broadcast media industry.
An Engineer with extensive practical experience of installation, repairs and maintenance of broadcast equipment’s.
The Engineer must also have a strong background in electricaland electronic equipment’s being used across the broadcast industry.
This position will require the Engineer to have the ability forinstalling broadcast equipment’s, broad skills in trouble shooting and repairing faulty ones and very good background in setting up and managing maintenance schedule that ensures asset last long and are efficient throughout lifespan.
Be familiar with regulations related to electrical installations and maintenance.
Ensure that all installations and maintenance are carried out efficiently and to a safe standard.
Qualifications
Must have a Bachelors Degree in any of the following:
Electrical/Electronic Engineering,
Electronics and Computer Engineering,
Computer Engineering,
Mechanical Engineering
Must have a minimum of 4-6 years core IT experience
Membership of NSE and COREN registration or similar professional body would be an advantage
Minimum of 7 years post NYSC experience


ENG EDITORS (ELECTRONIC NEWS GATHERING)

Requirements
Familiarity with all aspects of electronic news gathering/production/editing
Will be responsible for all sound and lighting work including live remotes and handling microphones, boom, wireless plus portable mixers.
Must be familiar with editing and feeding Studio Camera and control room audio
Will operate video recording equipment
Familiarity with live broadcast production including studio camera, control room, audio, and remote production working with satellite and microwave vehicles.
Familiarity with all aspects of field video, audio and lighting
Must have experience as a Motion Graphics Editor
Must be able to use Video Editing Suites, Final Cut Pro (FCP), Adobe Suites (Premier, Aftereffects, etc.)
Some 3D knowledge is a plus (3d Max, Cinema 4D, etc.)
Must have experience with Newtek Tricaster, live production equipment and streaming and encoding solutions
Experience with Newtek Tricaster, live production equipment and streaming and encoding solutions is preferred.
Technical support/training certifications from Avid and/or Apple would be a plus.

Qualifications/Skills

BSc. Electronics Electrical Engineering,
Electronics and Computer Engineering,
Computer Engineering,
University degree in an associated field.
Must have a minimum of 5 years work experience in this field.
Must have knowledge and experience in IT.
Must be experienced in broadcast television, cable programmer and network.
Must have the ability to work under pressure.
Must be able to work any scheduled time, including nights, weekends and holidaysto support the 24×7 on-air broadcasts
Technical support/training certifications from Avid and/or Apple is a plus.

BROADCAST ENGINEER

Requirements :
- To support and maintain a range of broadcast and IT equipment, to provide technical advice and expertise to operational and programmeactivities in Channels Television.
-Maintain broadcast automation systems for the studio and automatic transmission systems for the transmitter plant.
-Maintain technical equipment and systems to the required safety and technical standards with minimum disruption to operational activities.
-Maintain, sets up and operates remote production facilities, to include all engineering activities associated with remote television productions.
-To test and align new equipment’s prior to installation in broadcast facility.
-Maintain and set up transmission equipment for broadcast and point-to-point microwave links.
-Knowledge of broadcast rules and regulations (NBC).
-Knowledge in maintenance, usage, and design of technical broadcast equipment.
-To interpret and diagnose technical problems from a range of sources.
-To create and maintain asset records and technical documents.
-To provide input, advice to technical and non-technical colleagues at all levels.
-To provide input, advice and feedback on the suitability, sustainability and use of new products and processes.

Qualifications/Skills Required:

BSc. in Electronics, Broadcasting or related field AND two years experience in broadcast engineering which includes equipment, repair andinstallation; OR,
Four years experience in broadcast engineering which includes equipment, repair andinstallation; OR,
Any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
Must have the ability to act quickly and pragmatically under pressure to priorities and resolve technical faults and problems.
Must have the ability to simplify and systematically analyze and evaluate technical problems.
Ability to communicate clearly with a range of people at different web of the organization and explain and discuss technical issues using a range of styles, tools and techniques.
Ability to access and advice on the technical quality of vision, audio and data in line with Channels TV guidelines.
Ability to carry out first line support to all Channels TV areas concerning contribution and distribution feeds.
Ability to produce reports, spreadsheets and system diagrams with appropriate software packages.
An understanding of television,transmitters on the associated transmission and carrier systems in an HD environment.
To monitor and control the central equipment management system.
To perform audio, video, RF circuit performance checks andmeasurements.
Optimum Utilization of satellite resources time efficient spectrum planning foranalog and digital services.
Design, integration of relevant sub systems installation and commissioning of analog and digital satellite uplink system for distribution and contribution of signals.
Design and integrate sub systems and build compact satellite uplink based on state of the art digital technical.
Advice on augmenting capacityto meet future transmission required especially in satellite networking using digital video compression.
Service for broadcast network ranging from key provision andoperation.

WEB EDITOR/BLOGGER

Requirements :
The Web Editor/Blogger would be responsible for the content and images used on the website.
Must have the ability to plan, research, write copy and edit the content of our website.
Must have the ability to produce new content and writing it in an interesting and appealing manner.
Maintaining Channels website and ensuring the information is accurate.
Will be responsible for dealing with enquiries emailed from the site and overseeing any message boards.
Qualifications/Skills
Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication/journalism and multimedia may be useful or;
an HND Degree in relevant field.
Relevant postgraduate and/or professional qualifications/certifications will be an addedadvantage.
The Web Editor should:
*. have excellent communication skills, both written and oral;
*. be able to undertake research using a variety of sources;
*. be creative;
*. be able to alter their style of writing to reflect their audience;
*. be able to multitask and prioritise work schedules;
*. be computer literate and possess good keyboard skills;
*. be able to simplify and explain complex issues and procedures;
*. be able to work on their own or in a team;
*. be able to work to tight deadlines;
*. be thorough and precise in their work with a good attention to detail; and
*. be able to use their initiative.
The web blogger should:
*. have excellent writing, grammatical, spelling and communication skills;
*. Knowledge of Microsoft Office and equivalent applications;
*. Good understanding of Facebook, Blogger, Blogging, Twitter and other social media platforms;
*. Analyse statistics on posts; and
*. Must have good judgment to write news stories and blogs.

WEB PROGRAMMER/DEVELOPER

Duties and Responsibilities
- Responsible for design, development and implementation of short- and long-term solutions through new and existing applications.
- Reviewing IT requirements and processes; codes, tests, debugs and implements software solutions.
Must be able to provide application software development services or technical support in a defined project or existing production system.
Must be able to develop program logic for new applications or analyses and modify logic in existing applications
- Leads the creation of programspecifications and diagrams, and develops coding logic flowcharts.
-Must have experience in coding, testing, debugs, documents, implements and maintains software applications using either .NET or Java/J2EE technologies.
- Ability to analyse requirements, and maintain, tests and integrates application components.
- Ability to analyse, design, create and implements databases, including data models, logical and physical databases, data dictionaries and schemas, access methods, device allocations, validation checks, organization and security.
- Ability to support and implement new applications.
- Ensures that system tests are successfully completed and documented and all problems are resolved.
- Liaises with software vendorsand external technical support on issues such as software upgrades, problems and potential solutions.
- Analyse and evaluate existing or proposed systems, and devises computer programs, systems and related procedures to process data
- Prepare charts and diagrams to assist in problem analysis, and submits recommendations for solution
-Ability to debug code functionality while supporting multiple in-production websites.
- Design, develop, maintain, support and enhance an existing suite of applications.
- Application and technical support to internal users.
- Full life cycle development with strong attention to detail with testing
- Problem solving and troubleshooting
Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or a related degree.
Experience:
Minimum of three (3) years of experience working as an application developer
Experience working with Web technologies, XML and emerging web standards
Web application deployment / maintenance
Full life cycle development including testing (nUnit)
Cross-browser web applicationdevelopment
Knowledge of web portals and database
Must have a strong working knowledge in the following: JavaScript / DOM, HTML, XHTML,PHP, MySQL,
CSS, jQuery, MS IIS, C#.NET / Visual Studio and ASP.NET
Must have strong database skills preferably with SQL (T-SQL, Subversion source control and SQL query performance tuning would be a major plus)

Interested candidates should forward their application letters along with current CVs to jobs@channelstv.com



APPLICATION WEBSITE: channelstv.com