Numerous Jobs at Equal Access Nigeria

Equal Access Nigeria seek qualified candidate to fill its vacant position.

Job Title: Studio Soundman
Job Location: Kano
Reports to: Studio Manager
Essential Job Functions:
Soundman is expected to assemble, operate and maintain the technical equipment used to record, amplify, enhance, mix or reproduce sound on location or within Studio settings. Sound man will identify the sound requirements for a given task or situation and perform the appropriate actions to produce this sound. Specific duties include;

Production activities:

• consulting with producers/Directors and performers to determine the sound requirements;
• selecting, positioning, adjusting and operating the equipment used for amplification and recording;
• applying technical knowledge of sound recording equipment to achieve the determined artistic objectives;
• monitoring audio signals to detect sound-quality deviations or malfunctions;
• anticipating and correcting any problems

Post-production activities:

• integrating (synchronisation) of pre-recorded audio (dialogue, sound effects and music) with visual content;
• re-recording and synchronising audio (post-synching);
• mixing and balancing speech, effects and music;
• Creating and altering sound effects for use in films, television, etc.
• Successful candidate will be required to work alone as a sound operator or could be part of a sound team.

Knowledge, skills and qualities

• diploma, OND in Media and Communication or related field
• good practical skills and knowledge of sound equipment i.e. Sound Mixer, Radio & Boom Microphones.
• an interest in photography, film and video
• good communication and 'people skills'
• the ability to carry out instructions accurately and with attention to detail
• calmness under pressure, patience and concentration
• Excellent oral communication skills (English and Hausa languages)

Job Title: TV Producers
Job Location: Kano
Reports to: Executive Producer
Essential Job Functions:
The producer is engaged to work on various TV/film productions such as general programmes, breakfast shows, youth programmes, drama being produced by the Hausa TV project in Kano.
Duties will include but not limited to:

• To work with Executive Producer and DG to develop house directing style for productions.
• To work with Executive Producer to cast series
• To be responsible for all aspects of producing and directing from pre-production, directing cast and crew on set to overseeing post production.
• Managing cast and logistics of production.
• Be responsible for delivering production within budget and allocated resources.
• To be responsible for the overall technical quality of the programming produced ensuring that all production is up to acceptable broadcast standard.

Other duties:

• Participation in weekly production meetings to review episodes delivered and provide input into the planning of future episodes
• Providing feedback to writers and making suggestions to plot development, dialogue and characters
• Directing and producing Individual Production Content

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

• Education (OND, HND, B.Sc. recognised technical certifications,) in Media and Communication or related field
• At least 2 years’ experience in structured media organisation
• Excellent oral and written Hausa and English skills
• Experience within producing Production

Job Title: Producer/Director-Audio Dub Studio
Job Location: Kano
Essential Job Functions:
Producer/Director audio dubbing unit is expected to assemble, operate and maintain the scripts and workflow of the production, also to give direction to voice artist in the audio booth as well as to supervises the laying of the sound. He or she should be conversant with equipment used to record, amplify, enhance, mix, edit or reproduce sound. Sound man will identify talents to be use for recording. Specific duties include;

Production activities:

• consulting with head of international programs to determine the sound requirements and characters to be use;
• selecting artist, allocating roles, adjusting and operating the equipment used for recording; and scripts.
• applying technical knowledge of visualisation to sound recording to achieve the determined artistic objectives;
• monitoring the process of audio/sound recording as well as give directives;
• anticipating and correcting any problems

Post-production activities:

• integrating (synchronisation) of pre-recorded audio (dialogue, sound effects and music) with visual content;
• re-recording and synchronising audio (post-synching);
• mixing and balancing speech, effects and music;
• creating and altering sound effects for use in films, television, etc.
• Successful candidate will be required to work alone as a sound operator or could be part of a sound team.

Knowledge, skills and qualities

• diploma, OND in Media and Communication or related field
• good practical skills and knowledge of sound equipment
• an interest in photography, film and video
• good communication and 'people skills'
• the ability to carry out instructions accurately and with attention to detail
• calmness under pressure, patience and concentration
• Excellent oral communication skills (English and Hausa Languages)

Job Title: TV Production Editor
Job Location: Kano

Essential Job Functions:
Editor is responsible for assembling recorded raw material into a finished product suitable for broadcasting. The material will consist of camera footage, dialogue, sound effects, graphics and special effects. This is a key role in the post-production process and the editor's skill can determine the quality and delivery of the final product. The editor will be part of a team and will usually work closely with the director to achieve the desired end result. The editor is expected to demonstrate creative freedom in performing work using digital technology; he/she should also be able to use computer software to perform high-quality digitization of sound and pictures. Specific duties include;

• receiving a brief, and an outline of footage and/or a shot list, script, or screenplay;
• assembling all raw footage, with camera shots either recorded or transferred in storage device in preparation for inputting into the computer;
• digitally put together the sequence of film and deciding what is usable;
• reordering and tweaking the content to ensure the logical sequencing and smooth running of the film/video.
• consulting with the director and producer throughout the post-production process;
• familiarising with the style of specific directors;
• selecting the most effective shot of a scene in terms of drama, story relevance or continuity.
• Any other duty as assigned by supervisor

Knowledge, skills and qualities

• Education (OND, HND, B.Sc., recognised technical certifications) in Media and Communication or related field
• Essential knowledge of FCPX (Final cut pro X)
• good practical skills and knowledge of digital equipment/computer
• the ability to carry out instructions accurately and with attention to detail
• calmness under pressure
• patience and concentration
• Excellent oral communication skills (English and Hausa languages)

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Application Deadline: 26th September, 2014.