Soccer Laduma Newspaper is looking for a Journalist. Apply Now!
Soccer Laduma, Africa’s number one soccer publication, is on the lookout for two committed, passionate, dynamic and avid junior football writers to contribute to its local and lifestyle content offering.
You’ll be joining an expanding and highly successful team. This is an opportunity to not only work with, but also to learn from the team at this leading soccer publication. You will also be surrounded by award winning digital and social media editorial teams.
Responsibilities:
Produce well-written content every day.
Adhere to Soccer Laduma’s policies.
Work with management and editorial team to develop and maintain an effective editorial team.
Responsible in helping to grow Soccer Laduma’s properties.
Work closely with the manager/editor.
Conduct interviews.
Write original and researched stories and areas of interest.
Be willing to contact players, supporters, agents, coaches or other stakeholders for exclusive content.
Be able to use social media.
Must be able to follow KPA structures and self-evaluation structures.
Contribute to weekly team-brainstorming sessions to collectively conceptualise and develop top quality content.
Requirements:
Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in journalism and/or communications.
Writing experience.
Tertiary education in english, journalism or communications is ideal.
Ability to write concisely.
Excellent written, grammar and communication skills.
Professional work ethic.
Independent worker.
Keen interest in learning and developing his/her writing and football knowledge.
Open to trying out new ideas.
Social media literate.
Dedicated and hard working.
Must be able to work under pressure and deal with deadlines.
Must be able to fill out reports.
Attention to detail and project deadlines.
Must be seeking a career in media.
A passion for local and international football.
Closing Date: 18 August 2022
Location: Western Cape
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