TV studio and connected back office IT technology operation and business continuity
Minimum Qualification: Bachelor
Experience Level: Mid level
Experience Length: 3 years
Job Description/Requirements
Switch TV, an engaging, positive and progressive national general entertainment channel for young adults with the vision to expand internationally is recruiting. The Vision of Switch TV is to be the most influential platform for educating and empowering the youth to solve humanitarian issues in Kenya, in Africa and the whole world. Established in 2017 we plan to operate a valuable portfolio of news, info and edutainment networks, significant television production operations.
Switch TV is fully owned by the Kenya Red Cross Society (KRCS).
Position Title: Broadcast IT Assistant
Reporting to: Head of Broadcast IT and Digital Switch TV
Job Location: Nairobi
OVERALL PURPOSE:
Reporting to the Head of Production and Technology, the Broadcast IT Assistant will be responsible for the following:
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
TV studio and connected back office IT technology operation and business continuity
Operation emergency providing workarounds
Liaising with studio technical supervisor
Supporting editorial and creative staff providing quick IT technical solutions
Providing IT helpdesk services
Development and maintenance of technology
QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCES AND COMPETENCES
The ideal candidates must possess a Degree in Computer science or any other technical related field with at least 3 years of TV studio IT system operation, experience in video and audio technology
Relevant Professional Certifications.
Key Skills
Familiarity with video/audio and broadcast IT system design concept and equipment
Familiarity in Non-linear Editing, storage and archive systems
A good understanding of video and audio file and compression formats
Extensive knowledge in IP network design and administration
Windows/Linux server-client system administration skills and experience
BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCE
Thrive in a high-pressure environment, attentive to detail with the ability to multi task.
Application Procedure
Interested candidates who meet the above qualifications should apply strictly through https://www.redcross.or.ke/Careers so as to reach us not later than Friday, 13th August 2021.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Job disclaimer and notification: Switch Tv is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge / accept any amount or security deposit from job seekers during the selection process or while inviting candidates for an interview.
