Junior Digital Business Writer

Recruiter:

TalentCru

Job Ref:

TCN01033

Date posted:

Thursday, July 14, 2022

Location:

, South Africa

Salary:

Negotiable

JOB SUMMARY:
Synopsis:

A top 10 national newspapers has an exciting opportunity for a go-getter with an excellent sense for business news exists as a business writer in the editorial department.

The ideal candidate will have the opportunity to be at the forefront of daily digital business news gathering and production in South Africa...

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Synopsis:

A top 10 national newspapers has an exciting opportunity for a go-getter with an excellent sense for business news exists as a business writer in the editorial department.

The ideal candidate will have the opportunity to be at the forefront of daily digital business news gathering and production in South Africa.

Job Description:

Roles and responsibilities include but are not to:

Identify and write high quality articles on a number of business and financial interests for a wide audience.
Ensure that content remains relevant to differing audiences.
Constantly track performance of written articles and make improvements where necessary.
Plan, commission and execute multimedia stories with a focus on business, financial interests, personal finance, etc.
Be the authority on all business, economic and financial developments in South Africa.
Contribute story ideas to other editorial sections. Work with relevant editors to generate business-orientated content for these sections. Â
Utilise analytics to maximise all stories and articles published.
Adhere to Google algorithm requirements and write with SEO and Google search in mind.

Qualification and Experience:

Matric/Grade 12 qualification or SAQA Accredited Equivalent
Bachelorâ??s or higher degree in Journalism or appropriate work experience
Minimum 3 yearsâ?? experience in mainstream journalism, with a proven track record in business news and financial reporting, including a wide range of industries
Digital newsroom experience advantageous
Good network of contacts
Good talent for writing and copy tasting abilities
Advanced awareness of the media law and current trends

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Skills

Good news gathering skills
Good computer skills
Excellent people/interview/communication skills
Excellent organisational and administrative skills

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Attitude

Ability to work under pressure and at times irregular hours
News awareness
Self-motivated
Deadline driven
Team player

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Other requirements:

Valid driverâ??s licence
Own vehicle
Solid references
No criminal record

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