Joernalis at Media24 (Pty) Ltd

Main Responsibilities:

• Write excellent, factually correct articles for the title’s print magazine and website;
• Do interviews and research for articles and features to be published in print and/or online;
• Adhere to strict content deadlines for print and digital platforms;
• Generate ideas for exclusive and original articles for print and digital platforms;
• Adhere to the title's quality, style and content standards;
• Generate and liaise with a network of contacts to identify story ideas and produce quality content;
• Work on diverse editorial projects on an ad hoc basis;
• Comply with the requirements of the South African Press Code.

The applicant will need to have the following qualifications, experience, skills and characteristics:

• Diploma or degree in journalism, languages or media studies;
• At least 5 years’ experience as a journalist, which includes experience writing for a magazine, news website or newspaper;
• Be fluent in Afrikaans and have excellent writing skills in Afrikaans;
• Good general knowledge and sound news judgment;
• Good network of contacts
• Understand how to use social media;
• Knowledge of the publication's target market;
• Knowledge of topical issues and current affairs;
• Passion for the media;
• Good people skills;
• Good decision-making abilities;
• Excellent judgment;
• Persistence, resilience and results orientation;
• Questioning and listening skills;
• The ability to work independently;
• The ability to work under extreme pressure and to strict deadlines;
• Good time management skills and the ability to multitask effectively and follow through;
• The willingness to work after hours when necessary;
• Valid driver’s licence;
• Proficiency in relevant computer software packages.