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Senior Digital Content Producer Uganda

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Uganda Full time Graphics Designing
Posted: Jul 24, 2026 1 week ago Deadline: Aug 06, 2026 18 views

Job Description

 

Senior Digital Content Producer – BBC News Uganda

Organisation: BBC News
Department: BBC World Service
Job Type: Full-Time
Industry: Professional Services | Media | Journalism | Digital Media
Category: Media | Communications & Writing
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Deadline: Thursday, 6 August 2026

About BBC News

BBC News is one of the world's leading news organisations, delivering trusted, accurate, and impartial journalism to millions of people across the globe. Through the BBC World Service, the organisation provides multilingual news coverage that informs, educates, and engages audiences across television, radio, digital platforms, and social media.
As part of its strategy to strengthen journalism across Eastern Africa, BBC World Service has established a new Regional Journalism Team to produce original, audience-focused stories that resonate locally, regionally, and globally.
BBC News is seeking a talented Senior Digital Content Producer to create compelling digital-first journalism with a strong emphasis on video storytelling for mobile and social media audiences.

Job Summary

The Senior Digital Content Producer will originate, film, edit, produce, and present high-quality digital journalism designed for online audiences.
The successful candidate will create engaging visual stories, identify underreported issues, support breaking news coverage, and produce innovative multimedia content that attracts younger, digitally connected audiences.
The role requires a creative journalist with strong editorial judgement, video production expertise, storytelling ability, and a deep understanding of digital media platforms.

Key Responsibilities

1. Produce High-Quality Digital Journalism
  • Research, develop, and produce accurate, engaging, and impartial news content.
  • Create digital-first stories optimised for mobile and social media platforms.
  • Produce compelling visual journalism that reflects BBC editorial standards.
  • Ensure all content is timely, factual, and audience-focused.
2. Video Production and Storytelling
  • Film, edit, and produce high-quality video content.
  • Capture footage suitable for multiple digital platforms.
  • Produce stories using vertical, square, and horizontal formats.
  • Deliver visually engaging content that captures audience attention within the first few seconds.
3. Story Development
  • Identify original and underreported stories.
  • Develop creative story angles that differentiate BBC content.
  • Monitor emerging trends and audience interests.
  • Generate ideas that increase audience engagement.
4. Breaking News Coverage
  • Respond quickly to breaking news events.
  • Produce accurate content under tight deadlines.
  • Adapt reporting priorities as events develop.
  • Maintain editorial quality while working at speed.
5. Scriptwriting and Editorial Production
  • Write clear, concise, and engaging scripts.
  • Simplify complex news topics for broad audiences.
  • Maintain consistency in tone and editorial quality.
  • Ensure stories comply with BBC editorial guidelines.
6. Digital Innovation
  • Experiment with new storytelling formats.
  • Develop innovative approaches to video production.
  • Improve audience engagement using modern digital techniques.
  • Stay informed about trends across digital and social media platforms.
7. Editorial Risk Management
  • Apply ethical journalism principles during reporting.
  • Protect vulnerable contributors.
  • Assess editorial and operational risks.
  • Ensure compliance with copyright and content licensing requirements.
8. Stakeholder Engagement
  • Represent BBC professionally during interviews and field assignments.
  • Build positive relationships with contributors, partners, and audiences.
  • Coordinate with editors, producers, and journalists across teams.
  • Maintain BBC's reputation for trusted journalism.

Required Qualifications

Applicants should possess a degree in:
  • Journalism
  • Mass Communication
  • Media Studies
  • Communications
  • Broadcasting
  • Digital Media
  • Related field
Equivalent professional journalism experience will also be considered.

Required Experience

Candidates should demonstrate experience in:
  • Digital journalism.
  • Video production.
  • News reporting.
  • Mobile journalism (MoJo).
  • Social media storytelling.
  • Multimedia content production.
  • Visual journalism.
Experience working in a newsroom or digital media environment is highly desirable.

Required Skills and Competencies

Video Production
Ability to film, edit, and produce professional-quality video content suitable for digital audiences.
Video Editing
Experience using professional editing software, including:
  • Final Cut Pro (FCPx)
  • QEdit
  • Other professional editing platforms
Digital Storytelling
Ability to create engaging stories that perform well across digital platforms.
Scriptwriting
Excellent writing skills with the ability to explain complex topics clearly and accurately.
Visual Storytelling
Strong understanding of camera framing, composition, pacing, and audience engagement techniques.
Editorial Judgement
Ability to make independent editorial decisions while maintaining BBC standards of accuracy, impartiality, and fairness.
Social Media Knowledge
Understanding of audience behaviour across:
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • TikTok
  • YouTube
  • X (formerly Twitter)
Copyright and Media Compliance
Knowledge of:
  • Copyright law
  • Rights management
  • Content permissions
  • Ethical journalism practices

Desirable Skills

Candidates with experience in the following areas will have an advantage:
  • Motion graphics
  • Visual effects
  • Digital audience analytics
  • Multimedia production planning
  • Logistics coordination
  • Field reporting
  • Crisis reporting
  • Cross-platform content strategy

Ideal Candidate Profile

BBC News is looking for someone who:
  • Is passionate about journalism and storytelling.
  • Produces creative, audience-focused content.
  • Works effectively under pressure.
  • Has excellent editorial judgement.
  • Understands modern digital media trends.
  • Is innovative and adaptable.
  • Demonstrates professionalism and integrity.

Salary Expectations

The salary has not been publicly disclosed.
The successful candidate may receive a competitive remuneration package together with professional development opportunities and exposure to international journalism.

Career Growth Opportunities

This role can lead to positions such as:
  • Senior Broadcast Journalist
  • Digital Editor
  • Multimedia Producer
  • Video Journalist
  • News Editor
  • Regional Digital Editor
  • International Correspondent

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications through the official BBC recruitment platform before:
Deadline: Thursday, 6 August 2026
Important Requirement:
Applicants must have the legal right to work in Uganda before any employment offer can be confirmed.

Interview Preparation – Possible Questions and Answers

1. Tell us about your journalism and digital content production experience.
Answer Guide:
Describe your experience in reporting, video production, editing, digital publishing, and creating multimedia content for online audiences. Mention examples where your work increased audience engagement or reached large digital audiences.
2. How do you make a video engaging within the first few seconds?
Answer Guide:
I use a compelling opening visual, a strong headline or hook, clear storytelling, impactful imagery, and concise scripting to immediately capture audience attention and encourage viewers to continue watching.
3. Which video editing software have you used?
Answer Guide:
Mention your experience with Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, QEdit, or other editing tools. Explain how you use these tools to produce polished, platform-ready content.
4. How would you handle breaking news under a tight deadline?
Answer Guide:
I would verify facts quickly, prioritise accuracy over speed, coordinate with editors, produce concise updates, and continuously refine the story as new verified information becomes available.
5. Why do you want to work for BBC News?
Answer Guide:
Highlight BBC’s reputation for trusted and impartial journalism, its global reach, commitment to editorial excellence, and the opportunity to produce impactful stories that inform audiences across multiple digital platforms.



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Job Overview

  • Job Type: Full time
  • Experience Level: Intermediate
  • Education Level: Bachelors
  • Vacancies: 1
  • Category: Graphics Designing
  • Location: Uganda
  • Application: External Website

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