Sound Engineer/Technician, Nigeria
Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Reports to: Senior Sound Engineer
Contract duration: 1 year fixed term (Renewable)
Application instructions:
Interested candidates should please send in their application/cover letter with an introduction and capability statement stating capability for the job, a detailed curriculum vitae (word document please) with names and addresses of at least two professional referees (including their telephone number and email addresses) to [email protected] with the position applied for clearly stated on the application cover letter.
This is a local post applicable to people who have the legal right to live and work in Nigeria.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Application deadline: Friday 1 August 2014
Job purpose:
The Sound Engineer will provide high level sound recording and studio management skills for BBC Media Action, Nigeria for a variety of radio and television outputs.
Main duties
• Under the supervision of the Senior Sound Engineer organize and serve all the sound recording and editing needs of BBC Media Action in Nigeria (radio and TV), including location recording of drama actors/interviews/background sounds, in-studio recording of presenters/interviews, post-production sound editing, and equipment upkeep,
• Plan ahead of production, including recces, equipment prep, logistics, and consideration of health and safety issues from a sound recording perspective.
• Sound balance programs for broadcast and deliver final versions to deadline. Ensure programmes are properly archived for future use.
• Take responsibility for technical safety in the studio and on location, and operate all equipment safely adhering to safety regulations;
• Advise the Senior Sound Engineer and project teams on technical issues (in particular those related to sound quality standards) and suggest ways of improving our sound recording.
• Keep up with latest sound recording advances, methods and trends and implement them into your work,
• Complete all relevant pre- and post-production paperwork.
• Perform any other duties that may be assigned.
Required skills, knowledge and experience
• Experience in recording sound for radio and/or TV in-studio and in a variety of outdoor settings.
• Experience recording sound for radio and/or TV for different programme formats, including drama, interviews, and debates.
• Experience editing sound for radio and/or TV programms.
• Experience working with relevant computer software like Pro-Tools, Logic Pro Audio, Adobe Audition, Final Cut Pro and Adobe Premiere and After Effects.
• Experience planning and conducting complex recordings for radio and/or TV.
• Experience in equipment handling/maintenance on location and in studio.
• Experience in technical and creative studio or outdoors set-up to accommodate varying filming and recording needs.
• A good degree in electrical/electronic engineering, sound engineering or in any relevant field would be an advantage.
• An additional certificate/Training in programme recording/editing, programme production, directing would be an added advantage;
• Possess strong oral and written communication skills in English Language.
• Hausa language skills would be an advantage.
Key competencies
The following competencies (behaviours and characteristics) have been identified as key to success in the job. Successful candidates are expected to demonstrate these competencies.
• Editorial judgement – demonstrates balanced and objective judgement based on a thorough understanding of BBC editorial guidelines, target audience, programme and department objectives. Makes the right editorial decisions, taking account of conflicting views where necessary.
• Decision making – Is ready and able to take the initiative, originate action and be responsible for the consequences of the decision made.
• Planning and organisation – Is able to think ahead in order to establish an efficient and appropriate course of action for self and others. Prioritises and plans activities taking into account all the relevant issues and factors such as deadlines, staffing and resources requirements.
• Managing relationships and team working – able to build and maintain effective working relationships with a range of people. Works co-operatively with others to be part of a team, as opposed to working separately or competitively.
• Developing others – able to recognise potential (managerial, professional, artistic or otherwise) and is willing to foster the development of that potential. Creates a climate in which potential can be realised.
• Resilience – Can maintain personal effectiveness by managing own emotions in the face of pressure, setbacks or when dealing with provocative situations. Can demonstrate an approach to work that is characterised by commitment, motivation and energy.
• Influencing and persuading – Ability to present sound and well-reasoned arguments to convince others. Can draw from a range of strategies to persuade people in a way that results in agreement or behaviour change.
Note: This is a written statement of the essential characteristics of the job, with its principal accountabilities, incorporating a note of the skills, knowledge and experience required for a satisfactory level of performance. This is not intended to be a complete, detailed account of all aspects of the duties involved.
