Journalist – Weekly Newspaper

About the role

Breedevallei Media, a source of news and information in the Breede River Valley, is hiring an experienced journalist for its Worcester office. The successful candidate must be able to work independently, write in fluent Afrikaans and English, and turn news reports into publication-ready articles for the weekly Standard and Breederivier Gazette.

Key responsibilities

• Research news reports and articles independently, focusing on local municipal affairs and crime
• Write quality news reports and articles on strict deadlines
• Create articles tailored to the publication's target audience and develop article ideas
• Follow the publication's content standards, quality and style
• Comply with the South African Press Code
• Build and maintain a network of contacts for research

Required profile

• Diploma or degree in Journalism, Languages or Media Studies
• Experience writing for a newspaper or magazine, preferably in a news office
• Good general knowledge of the publication's target market, local knowledge and awareness of current affairs
• Valid driver's licence and relevant computer skills
• Preference given to candidates from the designated groups under Media24's employment equity policy

Required skills

• Fluent writing in Afrikaans and English
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
• Good time management, attention to detail and sense of what is news
• Ability to work independently, with initiative and good human relations