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Online News Editor in a top Online News organization based in Lagos

Pragmatic Technologies - Our client, a top Online News organization based in Lagos, Nigeria is currently sourcing for the position below:

Job Title: Online News Editor Location: Lagos

Job Description

The Online News Editor would make an interesting angle to a story; plan, coordinate, review and edit contents with the aim of providing exceptional, informative and engaging content.

Responsibilities

Coordinate online publishing cycle and manage content areas
Set publication standards and establish goals and expectations
Cooperate and liaise with designers, photographers, advertising reps, writers, artists etc
Comply with media law and ethical guidelines
Meet deadlines and budget requirements
Ability to optimize stories to capitalize on search trends
Suggest stories and generate headline ideas in alignment with targeted audienceТs preferences
Oversee layout (artwork, design, photography) and check content for accuracy and errors
Proofread, edit and improve stories or pieces
Recruit and manage writers and reporters

Requirements

Minimum of a Bachelor's degree.
Minimum of three (3) years' experience as a news editor
Excellent written skills in English
Solid news judgement and excellent journalism ethics
A good grasp of what drives interest on Facebook, Twitter and other social media platforms
Strong writing/editing/proofreading skills and an excellent portfolio
Hands on experience with MS Office and InDesign, Photoshop or other publishing tools
Proven familiarity with SEO and social media best practices

Remuneration Very attractive

How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV in Ms Word to: [email protected] using the "Job Title" as the subject of the mail. Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Application Deadline 26th April, 2020.

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