Online News Editor at Pragmatic Technologies

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

Location: Lagos

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.

Coordinate online publishing cycle and manage content areas
Set publication standards and establish goals and expectations
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
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

Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree.
Minimum of three (3) years’ experience as a news editor
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
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

Remuneration
Very attractive

Application Closing Date
26th April, 2020.