Job Vacancy for VIZ Operator at Bloomberg Television Africa Lagos 2014

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Sprezzatura Concepts Limited - Our client Bloomberg Television Africa is seeking experienced individuals to join its Lagos Bureau.

Bloomberg, the global business and financial information and news leader, gives influential decision makers a critical edge by connecting them to a dynamic network of information, people and ideas. Bloomberg News, delivered through the Bloomberg Professional service, television, radio, mobile, the Internet and three magazines, Bloomberg Businessweek, Bloomberg Markets and Bloomberg Pursuits, covers the world with more than 2,400 news and multimedia professionals at more than 150 bureaus in 73 countries. Headquartered in New York, Bloomberg employs more than 15,000 people in 192 locations around the world.

Bloomberg Television Africa invites applications from interested and qualified candidates to apply for the underlisted position:

Job Position: VIZ Operator

Job Reference Number: TEC008VIZ
Job Location: Lagos

Job Summary

• Creation of static and animated graphic elements as required operationally using the Viz suite of live production graphics applications and other tools such as the Adobe CS6 suite of applications on both PC and MAC operating systems, for use in both live and pre-recorded programme environments
• Operation of Viz Content Pilot in a live studio environment to ensure that automated graphics replay systems function correctly and/or to manually intervene where necessary to ensure continuity of the on-screen branding
• Creation and maintenance of scripted Viz data graphics templates for use both within the live studio environment.

Qualification and Requirements

• A third-level qualification in Communication, Graphics/Animation Design or a related field.
• Four (4) years' experience of working in a live TV studio production environment.
• Three (3) years' relevant experience and knowledge of graphics arts for television.
• Previous operational and technical familiarity with VIZ systems.
• Knowledge of Cinema 4D, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe After Effects.
• Experience in graphic design/layout ideal.
• Knowledge of VIZ template scripting and VIZ data pool operation..
• Proven design and typography skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of current computer graphics equipment and techniques.
• Excellent spelling skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work calmly under pressure and multi task.
• Conceptual and Design skills, 3D Animation and Modelling skills.
• Proven creative skills in utilizing Adobe After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, and various 3-D software.
• Ability to troubleshoot basic MAC and PC system issues.

Mode of Application:
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
Closing Date: 6th February, 2014.