The Fever and Express community newspaper group (43 Imvubupark Close, Newlands East 4017, South Africa) has a vacancy for a Features Writer based at Media House.
Key responsibilities:
· Research article content for feature stories and advertorials
· Write quality feature articles, adhering to strict deadlines
· Create target-market-specific articles
· Generate feature ideas
· Adhere to the quality, style and content standards as laid out and required by the publications
· May be required to assist and support other journalists from time to time
· Proofread articles
· Generate and liaise with network of contacts to assist with research or completion of features
Qualifications and experience:
· Diploma or degree in journalism, languages or media studies
· Three to five year’s experience writing for a mainstream newspaper or magazine advantageous
· Good general knowledge
· Knowledge of the particular target market of the publications
· Knowledge of topical issues and current affairs
· Valid driver’s licence and vehicle
· Proficient in relevant computer software packages
· Passion for media, knowledge of current affairs
Skills and competencies:
· Able to write fluently in English
· Creativity
· Good time management and the ability to multitask effectively and follow through
· Good people skills
· Persistence and results orientation
· Questioning and listening skills
· The ability to work independently
· Resilient
· Initiative
The company offers a market-related salary. If you meet the criteria forward a CV of no more than two pages and short motivation letter. The company is under no obligation to fill this position.
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