Responsibilities
Research and uncover interesting news.
Collect and verify data gathered.
Interview relevant persons to gather more information.
Draft articles within deadlines and keeping in mind the point of view of the readers.
Investigate assignments or leads.
Grow a network of contacts for future use.
Collaborate with journalists and other team members.
Stay up to date with industry trends and developments.
At daily meetings, conduct research and submit story ideas.
Report in an unbiased and ethical manner.
Maintain a professional image for the news channel.
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Requirements
Bachelor’s in Journalism, Communications, or English field
2+ years experience in journalism or writing and publishing topics online
Computer literate
Strong ethical standards
Can work under pressure and meet short writing deadlines
Great at networking and strong interpersonal skills
Outstanding analytical skills
Excellent presentation skills
Willing to travel
Comfortable in front of and behind the camera
Willing to work in all weather conditions