Silver Spring Production and Promotion P.L.C. Which is the sole agent for ebs television.
Category: Journalism, Communications, Broadcasting, Media Studies, language and literature or a related field.
Location: Addis Ababa
Career Level: 5-7 year experience
Employment Type: Full time
Salary: As per the organization scale
Dead line: October 6, 2026 G.C
Number of people required: Three
Key Responsibilities
- Host live and recorded television programs, including news bulletins, magazine shows, and special broadcasts.
- Research, prepare, and review scripts, show rundowns, and interview questions ahead of broadcasts.
- Conduct interviews with guests, experts, officials, and members of the public in a clear, professional, and engaging manner.
- Deliver news, commentary, and presentations in a manner that is accurate, unbiased, and appropriate to the audience.
- Collaborate with producers, directors, camera crews, and editorial teams to plan and execute segments and full broadcasts.
- Adapt on the fly to breaking news, schedule changes, technical issues, and last-minute script revisions.
- Represent EBS Television at public events, press briefings, and promotional activities as required.
- Review and fact-check content prior to broadcast to ensure accuracy and compliance with journalistic and station standards.
- Build rapport with viewers and maintain an on-screen presence consistent with EBS Television's brand and values.
- Provide feedback and contribute ideas during editorial meetings on program content, format, and audience engagement.
Competencies
- Excellent verbal communication and on-camera presentation skills, with a clear and articulate speaking voice.
- Strong journalistic judgment, including the ability to ask insightful questions and identify newsworthy angles.
- Confidence and composure under pressure, including live broadcast conditions and breaking news situations.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with guests, colleagues, and audiences.
- Adaptability and quick thinking to manage unscripted moments, technical issues, or last-minute changes.
- Sound editorial judgment and commitment to accuracy, fairness, and ethical journalism.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage preparation time across multiple segments or programs.
- Collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively with production teams under tight deadlines.
- Cultural awareness and sensitivity appropriate to a diverse viewership.