Job Title: Photo Journalist
Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Employer: University Research Co., LLC. / University Research Company (URC)
Responsibilities:
• To take pictures that tell th story of orphans and vulnerable children at our sites
• Take photographs or film video segments of our site operations
• Process and print negatives or film
• Capture images in an authentic and ethical manner Write copy, captions or headlines to accompany photos Use image-editing software such as Photoshop to edit images usingcomputer software
• Prepare audio to accompany video segments
• Pitch ideas and photographs to editorial staff
• Travel to photo shoot locations
• Edit photographs or video for publication specific to Internet
Qualifications and skills:
• Minimum of university degree related to journalism, mass communication or any other related discipline.
• An advance degree, diploma or related to photojournalism will be an added advantage
• At least a ten (10) years' professional experience in photo journalism Strong in computer skills and understands how to use the relevant computer software
• Fluency in both written and oral English required Willingness to travel within Nigeria
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should apply online with a copy of their Curriculum Vitae (CV) and suitability letter.
Deadline: 04.09.2013
Note that URC will not provide travel allowance to attend an interview; candidates are expected to cover the cost of attending an interview in Abuja if short listed. CV should include daytime telephone number, email address, names and addresses of three referees with full contact details and daily consultancy expectations.
Due to the large number of applications we receive, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
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