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  • Posted: Mar 26, 2025
    Deadline: Not specified
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  • Daily Maverick is a unique blend of news, investigations, analysis and opinion. We are a South African based publication with a worldview. Every part of Daily Maverick is free to access and no payment is required, although some civic-minded readers participate in our voluntary membership programme designed to keep our journalism free for all. Daily Mav...
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    Business Maverick: Mid-level Journalist

    Minimum Requirements

    • Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, economics, or a related field.
    • More than five years of experience in business journalism or a related reporting role would be advantageous.
    • Strong storytelling, research, and writing skills.
    • Ability to generate and execute original story ideas independently.
    • Familiarity with data journalism and investigative reporting techniques.
    • Proficiency in digital publishing tools and content management systems.
    • Experience with hosting or participating in webinars and panel discussions is a plus.

    Duties and Responsibilities

    Article generation and reporting

    • Produce a minimum of three articles per week, covering the business and economic sectors, features, and including trend analyses.
    • Develop and pitch article ideas that align with the publication's strategic goals and audience interests.
    • Ensure one exclusive article is filed for the newspaper before Wednesday afternoon each week.

    Investigative journalism

    • Research and deliver one long-form investigative story per month, diving deep into significant business topics.
    • Utilise data analysis, interviews, and other investigative techniques to uncover insights.

    Source development

    • Build and maintain a network of contacts within the business, financial, and economic sectors.
    • Cultivate relationships with key stakeholders, including executives, analysts, and policymakers.

    Webinars and audience engagement

    • Participate in and contribute to webinars, panel discussions, and online forums to engage with audiences and establish thought leadership.
    • Collaborate with the editorial team to identify opportunities for interactive content and audience participation.

    Editorial standards and collaboration

    • Adhere to high standards of accuracy, fairness, and ethical reporting.
    • Work closely with editors, designers, and other journalists to produce visually engaging and impactful stories.

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