• Application Deadline:
• Position: Senior Reporter


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 2 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Media / Advertising / Branding 
  

The role

• This position will be based in our Lagos office, reports to the Editor in Chief. KPIs to be met on a regular basis will be communicated.

Duties and responsibilities

• Collect, verify, fact-check and analyze newsworthy information thoroughly


• Create and deliver news stories (article, video and/or social posts) with the audience’s perspective in mind


• Proofread your work to detect and correct errors in spelling, punctuation, grammar, etc.


• Work on assignments and investigate news leads/tips


• Contact, interview and research sources


• Maintain notes and audio/video recordings


• Collaborate with other reporters, video editors, social media managers, producers etc


• Stay up-to-date with the latest current events by properly monitoring news, attending events and building contacts and sources for use in future stories


• Attend press conferences, events, and file reports in a timely manner


• Develop and publish weekly reviews, opinion pieces and reports


• Edit and/or assist in editing and proofreading stories as assigned


• Ensure accuracy and consistency with the Pulse brand voice, and adherence to the Pulse Content Framework


• Ensure published stories are fully compliant with copyright laws and are not plagiarised


• Actively contribute to the success of the Content team by developing story ideas, sourcing exclusive stories, and making other innovative suggestions


• Actively identify, suggest and implement strategies to increase the readership and reach of Pulse


• Stay keyed into trends and the competitive landscape to ensure that Pulse as a media brand is always ahead of the curve


• Abide by the core principles of journalism, the code of ethics for Nigerian journalists, as well as worldwide journalistic ethics and standards.

Desired Skills & Experience

• A degree in Mass Communication, English, or a related field.


• Minimum of 2 years experience in journalism.


• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.


• Excellent communication and organisational skills, and excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.