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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Journalist to join our editorial team. As a Journalist, you will be responsible for researching, investigating, and writing news stories and features for print, broadcast, and online media. You will play a key role in informing the public about current events, trends, and issues by delivering accurate, engaging, and timely content.
The ideal candidate will have a strong sense of curiosity, excellent writing and communication skills, and a commitment to journalistic integrity. You should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, meeting tight deadlines, and adapting to the evolving media landscape. Whether covering breaking news, conducting in-depth interviews, or producing long-form investigative pieces, you will be expected to maintain high standards of accuracy, fairness, and objectivity.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include identifying story ideas, conducting interviews, verifying facts, and collaborating with editors, photographers, and other team members to produce compelling content. You may be assigned to cover specific beats such as politics, business, health, entertainment, or sports, depending on your expertise and the needs of the organization.
In addition to traditional reporting, you should be proficient in using digital tools and platforms to enhance storytelling, such as social media, multimedia content, and data visualization. A strong understanding of media law, ethics, and the importance of source confidentiality is essential.
This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by shaping public discourse and holding institutions accountable. If you are a curious, driven, and ethical communicator with a passion for storytelling, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
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- Conduct interviews with sources and experts
- Write clear, accurate, and engaging news articles
- Verify facts and ensure journalistic integrity
- Collaborate with editors, photographers, and designers
- Meet tight deadlines and manage multiple assignments
- Stay updated on current events and industry trends
- Use digital tools to enhance storytelling
- Adhere to media law and ethical standards
- Cover live events and breaking news as needed
Requirements
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- Proven experience as a journalist or reporter
- Excellent writing, editing, and research skills
- Strong interpersonal and interviewing abilities
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Familiarity with digital publishing tools and CMS
- Understanding of media law and journalistic ethics
- Multimedia and social media proficiency
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Portfolio of published work
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What types of stories are you most passionate about covering?
- Can you provide links to your published work?
- How do you ensure accuracy and fairness in your reporting?
- Describe a challenging story you’ve covered and how you handled it.
- What digital tools do you use to enhance your reporting?
- How do you stay informed about current events?
- Are you comfortable working irregular hours or on short notice?
- What experience do you have with multimedia journalism?
- How do you handle confidential sources?
- What beats or topics are you most experienced in?
