Pidgin News Reader

About this role

Role: Pidgin News Reader for Megalectrics in Rivers. The role requires presenting daily news in Nigerian Pidgin, translating English stories into Pidgin, researching and verifying information, hosting on-air interviews, and creating digital content, with basic studio duties. It targets a candidate with a strong on-air voice, fluency in Pidgin and English, and solid knowledge of current affairs.

What you would do

• Present and read daily news bulletins and live programme segments in Pidgin English.
• Translate complex news stories from English into natural Pidgin.
• Research, verify, and cross-check breaking news and daily stories with reliable sources and regulatory standards.
• Conduct on-air interviews with newsmakers, public figures, and community members.
• Create short-form videos, audio clips, or text posts for platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and X.
• Handle basic studio recording, mixing, or live console operations as required.

What they are asking for

• Minimum qualification of OND, NCE, or Bachelor's Degree in Mass Communication, Journalism or related field; proven talent and a strong demo reel may substitute.
• Excellent command of Nigerian Pidgin English (spoken and written) and professional proficiency in English.
• A clear, pleasant on-air voice with strong public speaking, charisma, and improvisational skills for live broadcasts.
• Deep knowledge of local, state, national, and international current affairs, politics, entertainment, and sports.

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