The Ugandan Jobline

• Takes instructions and briefs from the News Producer on stories to
  be covered
• Ensures that the equipment i.e. camera and video tapes are readily
  available in working order
• Assesses the situation on location to determine the required
  pictures and sound bites and captures the images or directs a camera
  person to do so.
• Analyses and broadcasts news received from various sources
• Present news on air in an eloquent, clear and concise manner
• Telecasting live bulletins and giving interviews from remote
  locations
• Previews the material, takes time codes, writes a script to go with
  the pictures and gets the scripts edited.
• Investigate breaking news developments, such as unique phenomena,
  disasters, crimes, or stories of human interest.
• Research and analyze background information related to stories to
  provide complete and accurate information.
• Gather incisive and in-depth information through research,
  interviews and crucial news sources or leads
• Research and report on specialized fields such as medicine, science
  and technology, politics, foreign affairs, sports, arts, consumer affairs,
  business, religion, crime or education.
• Develop ideas or material for features or commentaries by analyzing
  and interpreting news, current issues, or personal experiences.

• The News Reporter & Anchor must hold a Basic University Degree
• Diploma in Journalism/Mass Communication
• One to three years of related working experience
• Proficiency and fluency in the English language with a
  well-controlled voice
• Possess a superb voice intonation, diction and articulate vocals
• Ability to engage, educate and entertain an audience
• Ability to think aurally without necessarily reading scripts
• Must have in-depth knowledge of current affairs
• Experience working in a real time news environment
• Ability to work odd hours in a fast paced environment
• Maintain a presence for your personal brand and for your
  investigations on social media 

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