Overview: Keeping a festival safe, legal, and smooth in a busy city isn’t magic; it’s meticulous coordination. You’ll be the hub for permits, safety plans, sanitation, and traffic control, making sure every moving part fits without slowing the music or the energy. This role is about precision, patience, and stamina. Expect your calendar to be packed with meetings, calls, and site walks. You’ll liaise with county teams, police, EMS, and utilities, translating regulations into actionable plans. Every fence line, toilet block, and power feed needs your attention before the gates open. Documentation is your best friend. Safety plans, medical protocols, evacuation routes, and traffic maps must be clear, distributed, and rehearsed. You’ll lead briefings and control-room oversight, capturing incidents, resolutions, and all the minute details that keep auditors and stakeholders satisfied. On the day, you’re both a problem-solver and a diplomat. Coordinating vendors, multi-agency teams, and last-minute challenges requires calm under pressure and the ability to make decisions that keep the crowd safe and the event rolling. Every successful festival reflects your organizational prowess. Our client values operators who can scale their impact. Career growth moves from Senior Ops to Event Operations Manager and eventually Director of Live Ops. Those who master the chaos and create predictable, repeatable success will shape the live-event landscape in Nairobi for years to come. Key Responsibilities: - Map permit pathways; file applications; track approvals. - Draft safety, medical, evacuation, and traffic plans; brief all teams. - Coordinate fencing, sanitation, power, and water with vendors. - Run event control room logs; minute incidents and resolutions. - Close with debriefs, reconciliations, and deposit recoveries. Education & Experience: - Events/Occupational Safety/Logistics diplomas + 3–5 yrs large events. Skills: - Permits, H&S, liaison with multi-agencies, radio/comms discipline. KPIs: - Zero major incidents, on-time approvals, budget adherence, and post-event score. Compensation: KES 125,000–185,000 + event-day allowances. Estimates reflect client input; final figures depend on event scale, 24/7 availability during build/strike, and prior record with county/multi-agency coordination. Benefits: - Medical, PPE, per diems, transport. Growth Path: - Senior Ops → Event Operations Manager → Director of Live Ops. Ideal promotion cycle.
K sh 125,000 – 185,000 gross / month
Overview: Photography is more than pointing a camera; it’s capturing moments that tell stories and define brands. In this role, you’ll shoot editorial spreads, portraits, and commercial campaigns, turning concepts into visuals that pop on every platform. Planning, lighting, and execution all matter because every shot contributes to the narrative and the client’s vision. Our client wants photographers who can move between hustle and precision. One moment you’re framing a fleeting street expression, the next you’re ensuring brand assets meet style guides, licensing, and color consistency. Fast turnaround is key, but so is maintaining a signature look that elevates the story. The role is equal parts fieldwork and post-production. You’ll cull, color-correct, and deliver selects to tight deadlines, tagging metadata accurately and backing up everything with meticulous care. Every RAW file matters; sloppy archives aren’t an option. Collaboration is constant. Writers, designers, and creative directors rely on you to bring the package together. You’ll manage releases, coordinate permits, and adapt on the fly when the unexpected happens, whether it’s lighting challenges, last-minute talent swaps, or location restrictions. Impact is measured in timely, polished, and legally sound images that serve the story and the brand. Growth leads from Senior Photographer to Lead Visuals, and eventually Creative Lead, putting you at the forefront of Nairobi’s visual storytelling scene. Key Responsibilities: - Pre-prod (mood boards, shot lists, permits); capture and light. - Edit/cull fast; deliver selects; export per platform specs. - Manage releases/consents; geotag and caption accurately. - Maintain gear; handle backups and archives. - Collaborate with writers/designers on packages. Education & Experience: - Photography/Media diplomas or strong portfolio; 2–4 yrs pro work. Skills: - Cameras/lenses, strobes, Lightroom/PS, metadata, color consistency. KPIs: - On-time delivery, acceptance rate, color/consistency, copyright compliance. Compensation: KES 85,000–145,000 + assignment/day rates + licensing. Estimates; actuals vary with gear, specialty, licensing terms, and rush fees. Commercial shoots may add per-image licensing beyond base retainer. Benefits: - Medical, gear insurance subsidy, travel allowances. Growth Path: - Senior Photographer → Lead Visuals → Creative Lead (Content). Ideal promotion cycle.
K sh 85,000 – 145,000 gross / month
Overview: Talent doesn’t manage itself. As a Talent Manager, you’ll be the bridge between raw potential and commercial success, scouting artists across Afropop, gengetone, gospel, and comedy, then shaping careers that resonate with fans and brands alike. Every pipeline, release, and collaboration passes through your hands, and your decisions directly influence who gets heard and who gets noticed. Our client is looking for someone who thrives in the hustle of the music and creator economy. You’ll negotiate contracts, protect intellectual property, and make sure splits, royalties, and PRO registrations are airtight. Timing matters: from single drops to EP rollouts, your orchestration ensures every release hits its mark without hiccups. Brand partnerships are part of the rhythm. You’ll pitch, negotiate, and manage activations while keeping artists’ integrity intact. Your relational skills are tested daily, whether convincing a brand to back an emerging act or keeping a high-profile creator aligned with strategy. Organization is your secret weapon. Roadmaps, calendars, crew schedules, and budgets all need your precise attention. The commercial side of the role is as critical as the creative, turning fan engagement into streams, deal value, and sustainable careers. Success here isn’t just measured in streams or signed deals, it’s in the growth of your roster, the retention of top talent, and your ability to consistently deliver outcomes that balance artistry with business. This role leads naturally to Senior Talent Manager, Head of A&R, and eventually GM of Label & Partnerships, putting you at the heart of Nairobi’s entertainment industry. Key Responsibilities: - Scout talent; manage pipelines; negotiate option terms and splits. - Plan releases (singles/EPs); coordinate distro, PR, and visual assets. - Pitch brand deals; manage deliverables and reporting. - Protect IP; oversee legal paperwork, splits, and PRO registrations. - Run roadmaps and calendars; manage budgets and crews. Education & Experience: - Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Business/PR/Media Law/Communication; 4–6 yrs talent/label/agency. Skills: - Negotiation, contracts, rights/royalties, creator economy, calendars. KPIs: - Streams/engagement, deal value, on-time releases, retention. Compensation: KES 160,000–260,000 + commission on deals. Client estimates; final pay varies with your roster results, deal pipeline, legal literacy on rights, and network depth. Commission structures differ by label/agency policy. Benefits: - Medical, phone/data, travel/visa support, showcase budgets. Growth Path: - Senior Talent Manager → Head of A&R → GM, Label & Partnerships. Ideal promotion cycle.
K sh 160,000 – 260,000 gross / month
Overview: Reputation is everything, and as a PR & Comms Manager, you’ll be the architect of perception for a fast-moving entertainment group spanning venues, labels, and live events. Every launch, campaign, and headline will pass through your lens, and your fingerprints on media coverage will shape how audiences and stakeholders engage with the brand. Our client is seeking someone who thrives at the intersection of strategy and storytelling. You’ll craft narratives that resonate, pitch creatively to journalists and creators, and keep spokespeople polished and confident under the spotlight. Crises are inevitable; your playbooks, rapid responses, and calm decision-making will be what keeps the brand intact. Collaboration is key. You’ll work closely with internal teams, influencers, and external agencies to ensure every press kit, media briefing, and social activation is aligned with business goals. Monitoring sentiment, tracking share of voice, and pulling insights from coverage will turn data into actionable communication strategies. The role demands both creativity and operational rigor. Deadlines are real, embargoes matter, and launches can span multiple platforms simultaneously. Balancing proactive storytelling with reactive response, you’ll set standards for integrated PR excellence across the entertainment ecosystem. Success is measured in amplified positive coverage, quick crisis response, and narrative consistency across channels. This position offers a clear path to Senior PR Manager, Head of Comms, and ultimately Director of Brand & Reputation, letting you shape the story behind one of Nairobi’s most dynamic entertainment groups. Key Responsibilities: - Build PR calendars; craft press kits, bios, and FAQs. - Pitch and secure coverage; manage creator/influencer pipelines. - Prep spokespeople; run media training and briefings. - Monitor sentiment; run issues/crisis playbooks. - Report coverage and message pull-through. Education & Experience: - Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in PR/Communication/IR + 2–4 yrs. Skills: - Narrative building, media relations, crisis comms, measurement. KPIs: - Share of voice, positive/neutral ratio, response time, message pull-through. Compensation: KES 175,000–280,000 + launch/issue bonuses. Estimates only; offers vary with network strength, crisis experience, and your ability to deliver integrated PR + influencer outcomes. Some roles include success fees per major launch. Benefits: - Medical, phone/data, training budget, event tickets. Growth Path: - Senior PR Manager → Head of Comms → Director, Brand & Reputation. Ideal promotion cycle.
K sh 175,000 – 280,000 gross / month
Overview: Light shapes perception, and as a Lighting Designer/Operator, you’ll be the magician behind every mood, color, and shadow on stage. From theatre productions to concerts and branded activations, your work sets the scene, guides the audience’s eye, and amplifies the story being told. Precision, timing, and creativity are non-negotiable. Our client is looking for someone who can turn artistic concepts into executable, electrifying realities. You’ll balance aesthetic goals with rig capabilities, patch efficiently, and manage power safely while delivering consistent cues under tight schedules. Every show is a live puzzle, and you’ll solve it with flair. Collaboration drives this role. You’ll coordinate with set designers, sound engineers, and stage managers, ensuring focus, gels, and addresses match the director’s vision. Programming cue stacks and building palettes is just the start; maintaining fixture logs and documenting shows ensures repeatable perfection. Technical excellence matters as much as artistry. You’ll calculate loads, enforce electrical safety, and manage emergency lighting while adapting to changing venues, touring rigs, or late-stage changes. Quick thinking and calm execution are your allies in high-pressure environments. Success is measured in flawless cues, zero downtime, and client delight. The role opens pathways to Senior Lighting Designer, Production Designer, and ultimately Technical Director (Lighting), letting you shape the visual experience of live shows at the highest level. Key Responsibilities: - Design plots; specify fixtures; prep rig & patch. - Program consoles; build palettes, groups, and cue stacks. - Focus, gel, address; coordinate with set/sound teams. - Ensure electrical safety, load calculations, and emergency lighting. - Document shows; maintain fixture logs. Education & Experience: - Theatre/Lighting/EE diplomas + 3–5 yrs show ops. Skills: - MA/Chamsys/ETC desks, DMX/Art-Net, power safety, drafting. KPIs: - Cue accuracy, rig uptime, client satisfaction, power incidents = 0. Compensation: KES 120,000–190,000 + show allowances. Estimates vary with console experience, touring availability, overnight work, and rig size. Peak-season spikes and festival packages may raise pay temporarily. Benefits: - Medical, PPE, tool kit allowance, CPD. Growth Path: - Senior LD → Production Designer → Technical Director (Lighting). Ideal promotion cycle.
K sh 120,000 – 190,000 gross / month
Overview: Sound is everything, and as a Live Sound Engineer, you’ll be the invisible force making every note, word, and effect hit perfectly. From concerts to conferences, festivals to corporate gigs, your mixes will define the audience experience. You’ll balance clarity, dynamics, and punch while keeping feedback and interference at bay. Our client is seeking someone who can think fast and act faster. You’ll rig PA, run line checks, and mix FOH and monitor feeds under changing conditions, whether it’s blazing sun, rain, or a last-minute stage change. The build and strike can be long, but the payoff is flawless in every show. Collaboration is key. You’ll coordinate with stage managers, lighting crews, and performers, capturing cues and making sure the technical team speaks one language. Gear logs, RF frequencies, and multitrack captures will all be under your watchful eye. Safety and H&S aren’t optional, they’re part of your rhythm. Every show is a new challenge. You’ll troubleshoot on the fly, adapt mixes for space and crowd size, and maintain consistency across performances. Your work ensures that what audiences hear matches what the director envisioned every time. Success isn’t just in the sound; it’s in repeat bookings, crew confidence, and client satisfaction. This role opens a pathway to senior audio engineering, system design, and ultimately Technical Director (Audio), letting you shape live sound at the highest level. Key Responsibilities: - Advance tech riders; design PA and patch lists. - Set up/line check; mix FOH/monitors; manage RF mics/IEMs. - Coordinate with stage management and lighting for cues. - Maintain gear logs; supervise load-in/out; enforce H&S. - Capture multitrack when required for post. Education & Experience: - Certificate, Diploma, or Bachelor's in Audio/Acoustics/Media Tech + 4–6 yrs live audio. Skills: Skills & Tools: - Digital consoles (Avid/Yamaha/Behringer), RF mgmt, gain structure, safety. KPIs: - Tech downtime, feedback incidents, client ratings, and on-time changeovers. Compensation: KES 140,000–220,000 + per-show allowances + overtime. Client estimates. Final offers depend on console mastery, rigging competency, show scale, union-equivalent rates, and availability during peak seasons. Benefits: - Medical, PPE, per diems, transport. Growth Path: - Senior Audio Eng → Systems Tech/Designer → Technical Director (Audio). Ideal promotion cycle.
K sh 140,000 – 220,000 gross / month
Overview: Backstage is where magic meets logistics, and as a Stage Manager, you’ll be the linchpin keeping it all running. From rehearsals to show calls, you’ll translate creative vision into precise cues while ensuring performers, crew, and equipment move safely and smoothly. No two shows are the same, and that unpredictability is exactly what keeps you sharp. Our client needs someone who thrives under pressure. You’ll coordinate FOH, lighting, audio, and security, making split-second decisions while keeping communication crystal clear. Props, scene changes, and tech runs all fall under your watch, and your prompt book will be your bible. Every show is a puzzle, and you’re the solver. You’ll log incidents, track changes, and refine processes so the next performance is cleaner, safer, and faster. Calm, methodical, and organized, you’ll turn chaos into flow without ever dimming the energy of the stage. Success is measured in flawless cues, happy performers, and crew feedback that praises your leadership. If you love the theatre and live events world, this role lets you own the production floor while growing toward senior positions in live technical management. Key Responsibilities: - Prep prompt book; plot cues; run tech and dress rehearsals. - Manage backstage call times, props, scene changes. - Coordinate with FOH, security, and H&S for crowd control. - Log incidents, changes, and post-show notes. - Maintain comms (comms packs, runners, radios). Education & Experience: - Theatre/Events/Media diplomas + 2–4 yrs. Skills: - Cueing, comms, basic rigging awareness, first aid. KPIs: - On-time starts, cue accuracy, incident-free shows, crew feedback. Compensation: KES 80,000–120,000 + show/day allowances. Estimates; actuals vary with show frequency, scale, night rates, and overtime policies. Some employers blend retainers with per-show pay. Benefits: - Medical, meals on show days, PPE, CPD. Growth Path: - Senior SM → Production Manager → Technical Director (Live). Ideal promotion cycle.
K sh 80,000 – 120,000 gross / month
Overview: If you live and breathe short-form storytelling, this is your playground. We’re hunting for Digital Content Producers who can turn ideas into scroll-stopping videos, snappy carousels, and live streams that resonate across Kenya. You’ll be planning shoots, editing with platform-specific finesse, and keeping every clip, caption, and music track legally airtight. This role is fast, playful, and unapologetically creative. One day you’re running a vertical series, the next you’re coordinating talent, clearing music rights, and testing thumbnails for maximum eyeballs. Every piece of content counts, and your fingerprints will be all over the brand’s social pulse. Data-driven creativity is your secret weapon. You’ll monitor analytics, A/B test formats, and iterate so engagement isn’t just a number, it’s a growing community that actually clicks, watches, and shares. It’s challenging, high-energy, and ridiculously rewarding if you like seeing the impact of your work in real time. Key Responsibilities: - Build content calendars; storyboard and script snackable series. - Shoot & edit verticals; optimize captions/hashtags, A/B thumbnails. - Coordinate talent, locations, music licensing, and releases. - Track analytics; iterate formats; manage community feedback. - Maintain asset libraries and naming conventions. Education & Experience: - BA Communication/Film/PR; 2–4 yrs. Skills: - Premiere/CapCut, After Effects basics, Canva/Adobe, Creator Studio, rights management. KPIs: - View-through rate, saves/shares, follower growth, campaign ROI. Compensation: KES 95,000–155,000 + campaign bonus (up to 10%). Figures are client estimates and fluctuate based on portfolio quality, tool mastery, multi-platform reach, and the seasonality of campaigns. Final offers reflect interviews, internal equity, and budget windows. Benefits: - Medical, phone/data, equipment stipend, tickets to partner events. Growth Path: - Senior Producer → Social Lead → Head of Content. Ideal promotion cycle.
K sh 95,000 – 155,000 gross / month
Overview: Being a Senior Multimedia Journalist today isn’t just about chasing breaking news; it’s about shaping how audiences understand it across screens of every size. You’ll move fluidly between reporting, scripting, shooting, and editing, crafting stories that make complex issues clear without sacrificing accuracy. Your newsroom isn’t silent; it’s a hub of collaboration with graphics, data, and social teams, all racing to inform viewers in real time while upholding strict ethical and legal standards. Expect to mentor juniors, showing them how to verify sources rigorously, navigate FOIA-style requests, and stay safe while in the field. You’ll run live coverage plans, file quick-turn explainers, and adapt stories for web, mobile, and social audiences. Every headline, thumbnail, and edit is a decision that shapes engagement and trust, so attention to detail and speed must go hand-in-hand. Analytics will guide your choices as much as instinct. Time-to-publish, returning visitors, session duration, and scoop rate aren’t just numbers; they’re signals of impact. You’ll refine headlines, packaging, and storytelling approaches constantly, balancing audience appetite with journalistic integrity. This role sits at the intersection of craft, leadership, and strategy. The path is clear: Senior Multimedia Journalist → Desk Editor → Managing Editor (Digital). You’ll own both content quality and the culture of the digital newsroom, ensuring your team not only meets deadlines but also elevates the way stories are told. Key Responsibilities: - Report, script, shoot and edit for web + social; file clean copy on deadline. - Run verification checklists; coordinate with desk editor and legal. - Lead live coverage plans; produce quick-turn explainers and Q&As. - Mentor interns/juniors; set beat agendas and weekly story pipelines. - Track analytics; iterate headlines, thumbnails, and packaging. Education & Experience: - BA Journalism/Communication/IR (Daystar, USIU, UoN, KCA, Riara, MMU); 5–8 yrs newsroom. Skills: - Mobile journalism, Premiere/Final Cut, Lightroom, newsroom CMS, AP style, media law basics. KPIs: - Accuracy; time-to-publish; session duration; returning users; scoop rate. Compensation: KES 185,000–285,000 base + monthly performance kicker (up to 12%). Salary figures are estimates from our clients. Actual offers vary by your experience, portfolio strength, beat expertise, shift flexibility, scarcity of skills, and negotiation. Employers also benchmark to internal pay bands and market changes. Benefits: - Medical, accident cover, phone/data, meal allowance for late shifts, training. Growth Path: - Senior MJ → Desk Editor → Managing Editor (Digital). Ideal hierarchy & expected promotion cycle.
K sh 185,000 – 285,000 gross / month