Food Journalist - Cape Town at Media24 (Pty) Ltd

Job Outputs

The successful candidate will: 

• Write high-quality content, including recipes, for News24 Food.
• Create other high-quality journalism for News24 Food, including video, audio and social media content.
• Create and manage News24 Food's social media platforms.
• Update specific sections of the site a directed by the food editor.
• Stay abreast of cutting-edge developments in the local and international food industry.
• Assist the editor with content campaigns.

Skills and competencies

• Excellent writing and editing skills.
• An excellent understanding of and passion for the South African food industry.
• A sound understanding of digital publishing and the subscription business.
• The ability to create food content in different mediums (text, audio and video).
• Knowledge of CMS systems and best practice in social media, particularly on Instagram, Tik Tok and Pinterest.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong communication and time management skills.
• A thorough understanding of the local food audience.
• Respect for high standards of journalistic ethics.

Qualifications and experience

• Journalism or relevant tertiary qualification.
• At least three years of experience as a journalist at a digital publication.
• Solid portfolio of food and wine journalism.