Documentary Producer, Senior Officer

About the Role

Daily Trust, a leading media powerhouse in Nigeria, is seeking talented, driven media professionals to help shape our expanding multimedia and political content desks. We are currently recruiting for two key positions: Documentary Producer, Senior Officer and Associate Political Editor. If you are passionate about high-impact journalism, storytelling, and upholding journalistic integrity, we want to hear from you.

• End-to-End Production: Research, pitch, script, direct, and produce short-form and long-form investigative documentaries for broadcast and digital platforms.
• Newsroom Collaboration: Partner closely with investigative reporters and data journalists to translate complex investigations into compelling visual narratives.
• Daily Desk Management: Plan and execute daily political diaries, ensuring comprehensive, fair, and authoritative coverage of Nigerian government and elections.
• Analytical Editing: Edit fast-paced political news, analytical opinion columns, and deep-dive investigative explainers across print, web, and broadcast.

• For Documentary Producer: 6+ years of proven experience producing mini-documentaries or high-end video journalism with advanced proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and field cinematography. A strong showreel is mandatory.
• For Associate Political Editor: 15+ years of active political reporting or editing experience with an impressive track record of political scoops and an extensive network of contacts within Nigerian civic and government circles.
• Exceptional editorial judgment, unwavering adherence to journalistic neutrality, and the ability to thrive under tight deadlines.

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives aligned with industry standards in Nigeria.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage for staff and dependents.
• Opportunities for professional development, continuous learning, and career advancement within a respected media organization.
• A collaborative, fast-paced, and innovative newsroom environment.

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