Multimedia Reporter – Mwanaspoti Job Vacancy at MCL – Tanzania

Mwananchi Communications Limited (MCL), a subsidiary of Nation Media Group (NMG), is Tanzania’s largest independent news network with an award­winning presence in print and digital media, and exciting new ventures in innovation and events ecosystems. We are publishers of leading national news brands Mwananchi, The Citizen and Mwanaspoti in print and digital formats, and proprietors of the Mwananchi Digital suite of products and Nation ePaper and EGazeti web platforms. We are audience- led, market-driven with a clear mission to empower the nation. We are looking for a motivated and highly experienced individual to fill the position of:

Multimedia Reporter – Mwanaspoti (1 Post)

PURPOSE: This position requires an exceptional journalist and digital native who is obsessed with using data & insights to generate engaging content and build audiences across multiple platforms. To strategize, plan, produce and edit content for the Mwanaspoti.

Main Responsibilities:

• Conduct in-depth research and interviews to gather information on local news stories, events, and issues of interest to our readership.
• Produce high-quality multimedia content, including articles, videos, podcasts, and interactive graphics, to convey news and information across print and digital platforms.
• Craft compelling narratives that resonate with our audience, capturing the essence of each story through clear, concise, and engaging writing.
• Utilize multimedia toolsand software to edit videos, audio recordings, and images for publication. Ensure that all content meets our editorial standards for accuracy, fairness, and objectivity.
• Actively engage with our audience through social media platforms, responding to comments, questions, and feedback to foster a strong sense of community around our content.
• Work closely with editors, photographers, videographers, and other team members to coordinate coverage and ensure the successful execution of multimedia projects.
• Stay informed about emerging trends and technologies in multimedia journalism, and be willing to adapt to new tools and platforms as needed to enhance our storytelling capabilities.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience:

• Academic: Bachelor’s degree in Journalism or related field
• Experience: 2-3 years of working experience preferably in a multimedia or digital environment.

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

MODE OF APPLICATION:

Interested and qualified candidates should apply online via our career portal https://careers.mcl.co.tz OR hrm@tz.nationmedia.com by May 31, 2024.

• All Applications should be in PDF format
• Women are highly encourage to apply.
• MCL is an equal opportunity employer.