Video Journalist, BBC Somali Service

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT:

• Research, write, shoot, edit and deliver high-quality multimedia content across radio, digital, podcast and online platforms, ensuring output meets the highest editorial and production standards.
  
• Independently produce complete journalism packages, undertaking all aspects of pre-production, production and post-production using a range of audio, video and digital tools.
  
• Exercise strong editorial judgment to identify, develop and deliver accurate, impartial and engaging stories tailored to the needs of different audiences.
  
• Present and produce live or pre-recorded content across a range of BBC platforms, including radio, visualised podcasts and online services.
  
• Collaborate effectively with editors, colleagues and wider BBC teams to share content, avoid duplication, uphold best practice and contribute to successful project delivery.
  
• Prioritise and manage workloads effectively, delivering high-quality journalism to tight deadlines while making best use of available resources.
  
• Contribute to team development by leading projects where appropriate, mentoring colleagues, sharing technical expertise and maintaining compliance with BBC health and safety standards.
  

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

• Significant journalism experience, with strong expertise in multimedia production, including self-shooting, video editing and preparing content for broadcast and digital platforms.
  
• Sound editorial judgment and a strong understanding of BBC editorial standards, news values, audience needs and current affairs coverage.
  
• Proven ability to originate, develop and deliver compelling news stories, using a range of technologies to gather and produce content.
  
• Excellent writing, editing and translation skills, with the ability to create accurate, engaging and audience-focused content across multiple media formats.
  
• Fluency in spoken and written Somali and English, with the ability to write, sub-edit and present professionally in both languages.
  
• Strong planning, organisational and relationship-building skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, meet tight deadlines and work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
  
• Adaptable and resilient under pressure, with knowledge of audience analytics and data-led content strategies to optimise performance and drive engagement across diverse audiences.