I. Summary
BBC Media Action is seeking Online Journalism Training Module writers to support media practitioners as part of an online journalism training programme.
· Expected number of days per module: 4-6 working days
· Dates: May – August 2021
· Deadline for application: 14 May 2021
· Location: home based
· Language: English and preferably Swahili
II. Background
BBC Media Action is currently implementing a capacity strengthening project for journalists working across East Africa which aims to improve their understanding of climate change and their technical and editorial capacity to produce accurate, contextually relevant, balanced, impartial and credible climate change stories. The project will aim to do this by creating an online training courses.
BBC Media Action is seeking module writers to write the online course on one of the subjects in Annex I. You will be responsible for ensuring that each component of the course material is written and is presented in an effective and engaging manner. You will produce a rigorous plan and be responsible for sourcing all the required material and resources for each module. Working closely with the project team, you will develop a realistic delivery schedule and make sure deadlines are met and that the standard of work remains high and meets project aims. All modules will be in line with BBC’s Editorial Guidelines found here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/editorialguidelines/
III. Main Duties
· Develop a plan for the course, including sequencing of content, determining the scope of educational material required and identifying the learning objectives;
· Responsible for the layout and writing of the course, working with the project team to ensure it remains relevant to contexts of where the training is taking place and that it is meeting the objectives of the project;
· Write any supporting (downloadable) resources that are necessary;
· Responsible for any updates, changes and rewrites up to delivery;
· Select appropriate external resources and any other material for the course;
· Identify and communicate any potential issues in good time and working with the project team to help resolve them.
IV. Profile of writers:
Module writers applying for this call will:
1) Have at least five years’ experience in media or journalism.
2) Have extensive experience as a trainer in one or more of the areas under Annex I below; experience designing and producing online training modules an advantage.
3) Have a thorough understanding of journalism ethics. Familiarity with BBC Editorial Values is an advantage.
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Annex I
Module Outline
Please note that this is indicative and may change at contracting phase
Module I: Understanding Climate Change
· How to explain complex concepts about climate change to audiences in a format and language that are clear and easy to understand.
· How to engage and work well with climate experts as part of story co-production.
Outline: This course will help journalists to breakdown scientific jargon into language that is easy to understand for audiences. It will provide trainees with tips on how to work with scientists/technical experts to co-produce media content that audiences can use to make practical decisions.
Module II: Production of climate change stories in different formats
· How to identify climate stories that are relevant to audiences?
· How to make climate stories interesting and engaging for audiences?
· Technical and editorial standards and practices when doing climate stories.**
· How to pitch climate stories for airtime or to potential funders.
Outline: The course will provide clear and simple parameters to produce short audio or video pieces. The participants will learn how to conceptualise a story, break it down into shot lists, and produce a written script. They will learn how a smartphone can be used to produce attractive high-quality video, audio and photo content. The module will cover ethical standards in general but focus more in-depth on accuracy, impartiality and independence and using multiple sources.
Module III: Audience engagement
· How to encourage audiences to take action through climate related stories.
· How to produce content that gives audiences the information they need to take decisions.
· How to conduct research with audiences?
Outline: Participants will learn how to conduct audience research in order to understand and meet their information needs. They will learn how to gather audience feedback in order to improve the quality of their media content.
Module IV: Data driven journalism
· What is data journalism, and how can you use data to tell stories.
· How to visualize climate change data specifically for online platforms and television.
Outline: Participants will learn essential concepts, techniques and skills to work with data, where to source their data, and how to find, analyse and organise data. **
How to apply
To apply, please send the following by email to [email protected] using Module Writer Application, First Name, Last Name in the subject line:
- A cover letter of maximum 1 page specifying which of the areas outlined in Annex I you can produce a module on, and how your experience meets the job requirements.
- Your CV. If a company or collective, please include the CV(s) of the proposed writer(s). Max 2 pages per CV.
- A financial proposal including daily rate, expected number of days per module, and length of proposed module. The work allows a high level of flexibility so please include your availability.
If you have any question, please send your email to [email protected] using ‘Enquiry on Module Writer Application” in a subject line. Applications not meeting the requirements above or not received within the deadline may be rejected.
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