• Application Deadline:
• Position: Copywriter & Editorial Director


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA


• Experience 5 years


• Location Lagos


• City Lekki


• Job Field Media / Advertising / Branding 
  

Copywriter & Editorial Director duties and responsibilities

• Plan and implement editorial calendar.


• Develop and share all the written guidelines.


• Determine sources for publications.


• Always stay consistent with the company’s tone and mission.


• Write clean, concise, well-polished content.


• Stay up to date with the latest industry trends.


• Coordinate online or print publishing cycle and manage content areas.


• Set publication standards and establish goals and expectations.


• Suggest stories and generate headline ideas in alignment with the targeted audience’s preferences.


• Proofread, edit, and improve the written content.


• Comply with media law and ethical guidelines.


• Meet set deadlines.


• Write clear, attractive copy with a distinct voice.


• Interpret copywriting briefs to understand project requirements.


• Collaborate with all divisions on large- and small-scale marketing projects (e.g., email campaigns and landing pages)


• Conduct high-quality research and interviews.


• Edit and proofread copy as needed.


• Use SEO principles to maximize copy’s reach.


• Source images and other content.

Copywriter & Editorial Director requirements

• BSc/BA in marketing, English, journalism, or a related field


• MSc would be an added advantage.


• 5 years of experience as a copywriter or editor


• Experience in advertisement, newspaper, publishing, or media house


• An eye for detail along with critical thinking


• Strong interpersonal and communication skills


• Creative, Critical-thinker and problem-solver


• Strong writing/editing/proofreading skills and an excellent portfolio


• Hands-on experience with MS Office or other publishing tools


• Proven familiarity with SEO and social media best practices


• Excellent written skills in English


• Prioritizing, multi-tasking, time-management, and organizational skills


• Knowledge of online content strategy and creation


• Strong research skills