EBS Television Ethiopia PLC Reporter/ Anchor Jobs in Ethiopia

EBS Television Ethiopia PLC Reporter/ Anchor Jobs in Ethiopia


Job Description

What we’re looking for

  • The Reporter/ Anchor are responsible for anchoring and reporting for an assigned newscast.

  • The Anchor/Reporter will research, enterprise, develop, write and edit stories on deadline for recorded or live newscasts.

  • Contributes to special features and stories as well as participate in coordinating coverage of major stories, breaking news and specials.

    Major Duties and Responsibilities

  • Write own news copy for an assigned newscast or news series.

  • Work independently and with assignment desk editors or production staff in the newsgathering process.

  • Research and analyze material through interview, observation and determine angle or emphasis and write stories accordingly.

  • Works with or without a Photojournalist to gather and edit compelling video and captivating sound.

  • Engage with the community in public appearances.

  • Strategically engage in social media.

  • Fill-in Anchor for other newscasts outside regularly assigned schedule.

  • Responsible for field reporting when not anchoring.

  • Perform other duties as assigned.

    Job Requirements

    Qualification

    Skills/Abilities and Knowledge

  • Ability to read, writes, speak and understand Amharic / English and more.

  • Strong story development skills to submit original story ideas on a
    daily basis
    Excellent news judgment

  • Must be able to develop sources, work a beat, and break stories

  • Must have strong on-camera skills with the ability to read narration effectively

  • Must be familiar with shooting video and using still photos to illustrate stories

  • Must be able to work under time pressure deadlines and willing and able to work different shifts or longer shifts due to "breaking news" and severe weather emergencies.
  • Willing and able to work weekends and holidays

    Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Foreign language and literature, Ethiopian Language or related field or comparable television work experience preferred.

    How to Apply

  • Interested applicants who fulfill the minimum requirements can submit their non-returnable application letter, CV with three names of reference & copies other credentials in person located around Gerji beside Unity University Bawa building 1st floor,

    Or

  • send through the following e-mail address: saripapy@gmail.com

  • Our Culture: Every employee is an influencer and culture keeper. We expect respectful communication (despite pressure), openness to feedback, an eagerness to learn, and an overall positive attitude!

  • EBS TELEVISION ETHIOPIA P.L.C. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace!

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