Radio Producer at WFM 91.7

WFM 91.7 MHz is a Nigerian gender sensitive and specialized radio station licensed by Nigerian Broadcasting Commission to broadcast programs for women and their family. It is the first female-oriented radio station in Sub-Saharan Africa.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Radio Producer

Location: Ogun

Job Description

• The Radio Producer is responsible for developing, creating, and producing engaging content for radio programmes.
• This role involves managing production from concept to execution, ensuring quality control, and maintaining a creative vision that aligns with the station's brand, vision and mission.
• The Producer will work closely with the news team to deliver timely and accurate news broadcasts, ensuring content is relevant and impactful.  

Key Responsibilities
Content Development:

• Develop compelling programme content tailored to the station's audience, including talk shows, interviews, jingles, music features, and special programming. 

Camera Operations & Video Production:

• Operate cameras during live or recorded sessions, ensuring high-quality video capture. Coordinate production tasks to deliver polished multimedia content. 

Video Editing:

• Edit recorded footage, integrating graphics, effects, and sound to produce engaging video content for online platforms and broadcasts. 

Scheduling & Planning:

• Design and implement production schedules, ensuring all programme segments are delivered on time and adhere to station standards. 

Sound Design & Editing:

• Collaborate with programme team to produce high-quality audio. Edit recordings, integrate sound effects, and select music or sound bites to enhance content. 
• On-Air Supervision:
• Manage live broadcasts to ensure smooth execution and providing feedback to on-air talent and guests. 

Research & Insights:

• Monitor current events, audience preferences, and industry trends to maintain the relevance and appeal of content. 
• Compliance: Ensure all content complies with broadcasting laws and regulations, as well as internal policies on language, topics, and fairness. Maintain ethical standards, particularly in news reporting.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the Programmes Manager and relevant teams to align content with station goals and promotional activities.
• Post-Production: Review and edit recorded shows or news segments for rebroadcast, podcasts, or syndication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communication, Journalism, Media Studies, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Radio Producer or similar role, with experience in news production and development for at least 3 years.
• Strong understanding of radio production techniques and news broadcasting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a focus on clear, accurate, and engaging news delivery.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in audio editing software (e.g., Adobe Audition, Audacity) is a plus.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications to: [email protected] using the job title as the subject of the mail.