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Job Description
- We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated News/Features Editor to oversee, research, write, edit, and publish news stories and feature articles on our news platform, The Journal Nigeria.
- The ideal candidate should have a strong grasp of journalistic principles and editorial processes and the ability to manage a team of writers while ensuring accuracy, relevance, and timeliness in reporting.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the creation and publication of news stories and feature articles.
- Ensure all content aligns with the publication’s editorial policies and target audience.
- Manage and guide a team of reporters, writers and contributors.
- Plan and coordinate editorial meetings to brainstorm, assign and review stories.
- Edit and fact-checked articles to ensure accuracy, clarity, and adherence to ethical journalism.
- Research and identify current news trends, breaking stories and feature ideas.
- Uphold journalistic integrity, copyright laws and press regulations.
Education & Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Mass Communication, English, or a related field.
- A Master’s degree or professional certification in journalism/media studies is a plus.
Required Skills & Competencies:
- Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
- Excellent news judgment and ability to identify compelling stories.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Leadership and team management capabilities.
- Familiarity with content management systems and digital publishing tools.
- Knowledge of media law, ethics, and journalistic best practices.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Analytical mindset with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
- Adaptability to evolving media trends and audience preferences.
Experience:
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in journalism, editorial management, or news reporting.
- Previous experience in a newsroom or media organization.
- Proven track record of writing and editing high-quality news and feature articles.
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