Online News Editor

Editing Jobs Information

Job Category

Editing Jobs

Job Type

Permanent/Full Time

Working Experience

5 - 10 Years

Education Level

First Degree

Industry

Media Jobs

Salary Range

Not Specified

Qualifications

Minimum Education & Experience: A University degree in Journalism, English, Communications, Marketing, or Diploma in Journalism. 8 years experience in a similar role Computer literate. Competencies: 1. Ability to lead and manage a team 2. Confident with an excellent command over the English language 3. Good writing and research skills 4. High degree of accuracy and attention to detail 5. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 6. Creative with the ability to ‘think on ones feet’ when necessary 7. Ability to meet tight deadlines whilst maintaining calmness under pressure 8. Good at relating to all kinds of people 9. Good at absorbing information quickly 10. Interested in current affairs. 11. Excellent editing skills

Application Deadline

2024-08-28

Description

A reputable media institution is looking for an Online News Editor for one of its business units in Accra.

Job Purpose

Ensure platform provides compelling and competitive content across audience interest areas such as News & Current Affairs, Sports, Business, Entertainment & Lifestyle etc.

Deliver content competitiveness in terms of timeliness, accuracy and relevance. Lead in Breaking News without compromising on ethos.

Develop plans for the achievement of general objectives of the Business Unit

Key Responsibilities

Write news stories.

Originate or approve ideas for news stories.

Direct or participate in editing activities.

Read and edit news copy to ensure that slanderous, libelous, and profane statements are avoided or deleted.

Ensure zero tolerance for wrong grammar in stories published .

Develop the team to write with style and adapt stories creatively for online.

Lead or Participate in daily news editorial and production meetings.

Supervise Assisting Editors, Senior Reporters and Online Reporters assigned to the Business Unit.

Train and support the team to regularly conduct in-depth research to support their work.

Motivate and coach team to ensure accountability and optimal performance.

Work closely with the Editor to make news judgments on all stories submitted for publication.

Make contacts and gather information about news issues and events in community, region, state, continent and world to inform writings and editorial work.