Do you have a way with words?
Got a flair for writing? Do you want to make a difference in your community? The News is hiring!
Do you consider yourself a news hound? Someone who always knows what’s going on in your community? Are you staying on top of current affairs and do you like to find the story behind the story?
If so, then listen up; we want you on our team!
The Krugersdorp News is looking for a journalist to join their winning team.
The job entails:
* Writing articles on a daily basis for the web and newspaper following a prescribed style
* Networking across all relevant social media platforms
* Covering live events
* Taking photos
Requirements:
- Fluency in English and Afrikaans
- Excellent writing skills in English and Afrikaans: grammar, spelling, punctuation and sentence structure
- Ability to meet non-negotiable deadlines
- Ability to do research on the internet
- Attention to detail
- Adherence to in-house editorial style
- Own transport and valid driver’s licence (non-negotiable)
- Must be prepared to work irregular hours including weekends and evenings
- Good time management, planning and organisational skills
Consisting of a degree or diploma in journalism with at least one year’s experience in a news room will also give you a huge advantage.
Candidates who are invited to an interview will be required to write a language proficiency test.
Are you interested? Email a short CV to janineo@caxton.co.za or phone the Editor, Janine Viljoen on 011 955 1130 if you require more information.
