Vacancy: Full-time environmental journalist

Lowveld Media is a dynamic, award-winning media house in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga combining cutting–edge digital media and known for its high standard of journalistic excellence.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, passionate full-time environmental journalist who can write on a variety of environmental topics.

JOB SPECIFICATION

Minimum education and/or qualifications preferred:

Journalism degree with 3 years’ experience in environmental journalism.

REQUIREMENTS

• Substantial experience working as an environmental journalist in breaking news stories
• A solid understanding of news writing and journalistic ethics
• Knowledge of the environmental landscape including, regulations and legislation
• Solid knowledge of our national parks and related issues such as rhino and elephant poaching.
• The ability to build relationships with sources to deliver content that differentiates the company from its competitors
• Experience with search engine practices
• Experience in multiple platforms, including print, social media and other relevant platforms
• To excel in this role, you will be a driven, dynamic journalist and have the ability to deliver content of excellence
• Because we conform to a print and digital working environment you must be comfortable to work in a fast-paced and deadline driven news room
• Good interviewing skills and an excellent command in English and Afrikaans
• Photographic skills
• Computer literate
• Must have own vehicle and valid driver’s license

PERSONAL SKILLS/ATTRIBUTES

• Accountable and responsible
• Detail-orientated and focused
• Self-motivated and resourceful
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team
• Passionate and enthusiastic with a positive attitude

Closing date:  30 November 2015

Email application to:  aferreira@lowvelder.co.za

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.