Senior Writer at Technext.ng

Technext.ng is the go-to site for Tech News, Reviews and Insightful Analysis in Nigeria. We publish Technology and business-related content with a deliberate emphasis on the African narrative and the desire to mirror the impact of technology on the continent. We help our audience see beyond the headlines by following the news, getting the details, revealing what is in-between the lines and pointing out what is evident but not glaring. Our goal is to positively influence our society broadly and our readers and industry stakeholders personally.

About Role

• We are looking for a journalist with a flair for creative writing and an interest in the tech industry. As senior writer, you will work with a team of writers in a dynamic, news-driven environment.
• You will write daily and must be comfortable with the demands of a fast-paced newsroom. This includes writing to tight deadlines, and some weekend and morning/evening hours as needed.
• You must have strong news judgment and clear convictions about which stories to cover each day – and how to approach them with our unique perspective and voice.

Responsibilities

• Create well-researched content in line with the Company’s style guide.
• Follow strictly the editorial calendar, collaborating with other members of the Editorial team to ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Cover events based on request as determined by the Editor.
• Interview players in the tech ecosystem;
• Utilize industry best practices in line with the organization's mission to inspire ideas and content.
• Provide timely CARE feedback and cooperate with the Editorial team.
• Meet daily, weekly, and monthly set targets as communicated by the Editor.
• Organize writing schedules to complete drafts of content or finished projects within deadlines.
• Communicate and cooperate with the editorial and other team members to achieve set goals.
• Develop relatable content for diverse platforms, such as websites, email marketing, product descriptions, videos, and blogs.
• Monitor and analyze the performance of key performance indicators (KPIs) to offer suggestions for improvement.
• Use search engine optimization (SEO) strategies in writing to maximize the online visibility of a website in search results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Journalism, English or a related discipline.
• At least two years of journalism experience with a professional editorial organization.
• At least one year digital media experience (comfortable with newsletters)
• Ability to perform creative writing and related activities such as conducting interviews and research, and copy editing.
• Has exceptional written and verbal communication skills, and can articulate complex ideas in a clear and concise manner.
• Meticulous attention to detail and quality.
• Can work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.

Method of Application

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