Journalist - People’s Post

at  Media24

People’s Post, proud source of news and information in the Southern suburbs, offers an exciting opportunity in their Bellville office for a general and hard news reporter, who also has a keen interest in digital content.
The successful candidate must be able to work independently; have excellent writing skills in English; write relevant, commanding and factually correct news reports and articles weekly.
Main responsibilities: • Independently conduct research and research for news reports and articles with a particular focus on general and sports news • Develop story ideas and write for our print and online readers • Write quality news reports and articles on strict deadlines• Adhere to the content standards, quality and style as set out by the publication • Comply with the requirements of the South African Press Code • Create and connect with a network of contacts for help with research for news reports / articles • Can be asked to assist with production related tasks, take photos and create content for online and other media

Skills required: • Fluent writing in the languages required by the publication (English) • Creativity • Work under extreme pressure and adhere to strict deadlines • Good time management and the ability to pay attention to various happenings • Good sense of what is news • Focus on details and quality • Good human relations • Good decision-making skills • Perseverance • Listening and questioning abilities • Can work independently . Be willing to take the initiative.

• Requirements: • Diploma or degree in Journalism, Languages or Media Studies • Experience in writing for a newspaper or magazine, preferably experience in a news office • Good general knowledge and understanding of the publication’s target market • Local knowledge and knowledge of current affairs • Valid driver’s license • Relevant computer skills • A passion for media.
• The successful candidate must reside in Cape Town area or be willing to move if appointed.
• Subbing experience will be an advantage

Given the employment equity policy of Media24, preference will be given to suitable candidates from the designated groups.

Please refer the Job description for details