Digital Content Producer / Reporter – Nigeria

About the role

The BBC World Service is launching a new Nigeria Language Services Unit that brings together BBC Pidgin, Yoruba and Igbo under one editorial structure. As a Digital Content Producer/Reporter you will help shape this digital‑first, video‑led operation, creating compelling visual news for smartphone‑focused audiences across West Africa and the diaspora.

Key responsibilities

• Identify under‑reported stories, build source networks and secure exclusive content.
• Plan, film, edit and script visual stories from newsgathering through to final production.
• Produce content for multiple digital platforms, adapting formats to audience behaviour and platform trends.
• Experiment with new video formats and storytelling techniques to stay ahead of competitors.
• Maintain BBC editorial standards, manage risk and ensure high‑quality output under tight deadlines.
• Collaborate with editors, designers and digital teams to improve workflows and raise overall production standards.

Required profile

• Strong journalistic instincts with the ability to work independently.
• Excellent visual storytelling sense and a proactive approach to sourcing stories.
• Ability to make editorial decisions on story direction, treatment and prioritisation.
• Commitment to BBC values and high editorial integrity.

Required skills

• Advanced filming
• Video editing

What we offer

• Permanent full‑time contract
• Opportunity to shape the digital future of BBC Nigeria Language Services
• Work within a trusted international news organisation with a strong editorial heritage