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Job Title:  Audio Producer

Organisation: Nation Media Group (NMG)

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

About the Company:

The Nation Media Group is the largest independent media house in East and Central Africa with operations in print, broadcast and digital media, which attract and serve unparalleled audiences in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Rwanda. Nation Media Group is Uganda’s most influential media house, operating the Daily Monitor. Saturday Monitor and Sunday Monitor newspapers, 93.3 KFM, 90.4 Dembe FM, NTV Uganda, Spark TV, Nation Courier Service and the Monitor Business Directory.

Job Summary:   To plan, coordinate and produce reliable, objective and authoritative information packages and entertainment pieces so as to attract the largest numbers of listeners and make Dembe FM & KFM the preferred radio stations.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Partner with directors, writers, and clients to align on project goals.
• Design formats and ideas for radio, podcasts and promotional content.
• Develop and tailor scripts for narration, dialogue and interviews.
• Manage sessions, direct talent, and ensure quality sound.
• Operate and troubleshoot recording gear and software.
• Refine recordings, add effects and mix for professional output.
• Create unique auditory identities using effects, music and ambient sounds.
• Ensure real-time audio quality for broadcasts or events.
• Craft engaging radio ads aligned with target audience and branding.
• Work with various teams to streamline workflows.
• Handle deadlines, budgets and schedules while collaborating with contributors.
• Tailor content for target demographics, with fluency in English and Luganda.
• Stay informed on audio trends and techniques for innovation.
• Ensure equipment is calibrated and ready for use.
• Provide input throughout production to maintain high standards.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Academic: Basic university degree in Mass Communication or any related field from a recognised institution
• Professional: Diploma in Journalism or Audio Production.
• Experience: At least 5 years working experience, preferably in a media house.

Core Competencies

• Strong communication skills
• Fluency in both Luganda & English languages.
• Full understanding of the radio station differentiators
• Analytical skills
• Ability to research
• Innovative and creativity skills
• Ability to think outside the box
• Ability to build rapport in an engaging manner
• Strong planning and organizing skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Abreast with current affairs, information and entertainment

How to Apply:

If you believe that you are our ideal candidate, please submit your application, detailed CV and academic documents with a daytime telephone number as one PDF document, quoting the position you have applied for in the subject line to the HR Manager-NMGU, at the link below

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Deadline: 19th January 2025

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