Journalist

Job Description

Join our team as a Journalist where you will cover local stories, conduct interviews, and develop engaging content for our audience. You should be comfortable working under tight deadlines and have the ability to adapt your writing style for different media formats.

Responsibilities

• Write and edit compelling news articles under tight deadlines.
• Network with community members to gather story leads.
• Analyze and report on trends within the community.
• Represent the organization at public and press events.
• Collaborate on investigative pieces and in-depth features.
• Utilize SEO best practices to maximize article visibility.
• Mentor and assist junior reporters in their writing efforts.
• Provide feedback on content strategy to enhance readership.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Media Studies or related field
• Qualifications or experience in digital journalism will be a plus

Experience

• 3+ years in multimedia journalism

Technical Skills

• Video Editing
• Social Media Management

Soft Skills

• Adaptability
• Teamwork

Certifications

• Media Ethics Certification
• Advanced Reporting Techniques Certification

Languages

• English: Fluent
• Zulu: Conversational

Advantageous

• Knowledge of ethical journalism standards: Understanding of ethics in journalism and media law.
• Familiarity with SEO practices: Knowledge of SEO principles to enhance article visibility online.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Access to media events and workshops
• Employee discounts on services

Company Culture

• Integrity: We uphold ethical journalism standards and practice transparency in our reporting.
• Continuous Improvement: We focus on professional development and continuous learning for our staff.
• Community Engagement: Our journalism aims to enhance community awareness and engagement.