Job description:
To write, edit, proofread, and create news stories, features and articles for use on social media, newspapers, digital signage, television, magazines and other social media platforms for and Educational/Research organization.
Responsibilities:
• Attending events and ceremonies to cover the news English/Arabic.
• Uploading/sending to the different media platforms.
• Conducting research to uncover interesting and significant news
• Interviewing key persons witnesses, sources etc. to obtain more information
• Use findings to construct a well-written article
• Retain awareness of the readers’ point of view
• Obtain first-hand information by being present in happenings
• Receive assignments or investigate news leads/tips
• Comply with the moral code of the profession
• Maintain notes and audio recordings
• Partner with other journalists, editors, and producers
• Establish contacts and sources for use in future research
Requirements:
• BSc degree in journalism or relevant field
• Proven working experience as a journalist or reporter
• Ability to follow strict deadlines and fast-check information
• Ability to work as a team
• Current knowledge of headlines
• Computer proficiency MS Office, digital editing, web search, databases
• Excellent communication and networking skills along with an aptitude in extracting information
• Portfolio of published articles or newscasts is optional
Interested candidates can send their resume to:-
[email protected]
subject: Technical Writer