Job Summary:
OKN Media Publishing is seeking a highly skilled news reporter to join the team at Okay.ng, a digital news platform based in Lagos, Nigeria. The successful candidate will have a strong background in journalism or editorial work and be responsible for researching, writing, and editing news stories, as well as staying up-to-date with current events and building a network of sources.
Job Position:
News Reporter
Job Location:
Lagos, Nigeria
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Researching, fact-checking, and writing news stories with the Okay.ng audience in mind
- Collecting and verifying newsworthy information
- Proofreading their work to ensure accuracy and compliance with copyright laws
- Collaborating with other reporters, video editors, social media managers, and producers
- Staying up-to-date with current events and building a network of contacts and sources for use in future stories
- Attending press conferences and events, and filing timely reports
- Developing and publishing weekly reviews, opinion pieces, and reports
- Editing and proofreading stories as assigned
- Ensuring accuracy and consistency with the Okay.ng brand voice and adherence to the Okay.ng Content Framework
- Actively contributing to the success of the content team by developing story ideas, sourcing exclusive reports, and making other innovative suggestions
- Identifying, suggesting, and implementing strategies to increase the readership and reach of Okay.ng
- Staying informed about trends and the competitive landscape to ensure that Okay.ng remains ahead of the curve
- Abiding by the core principles of journalism and codes of ethics for Nigerian and international journalists
Method of Application:
Interested candidates should send their cover letter, resume, and at least five samples of their work to careers@okay.ng.
Note:
All candidates must have access to a computer and internet and be able to work remotely. Only qualified candidates will be shortlisted and invited for an interview.
