Job Opportunity For A News Editor On An Online News Platform

We are looking for full time Blog Editors/Writers, willing to work for an online news portal.

1. News Blog editor 1 (Lagos)

Job description/Responsibilities

·         Be responsible for the day to day operations of the blog accountable to the Editor in Chief.

·         Confer with management regarding placement and emphasis of developing news stories.

·         Contribute unique content on the website daily.

·         Edit and write content in accordance with approved standards.

·         Proof read all articles scheduled for publishing, detect and correct errors in spelling and punctuation.

·         Approve comments, weed out spam 

·          Ensure contents set for publication are planned ahead and in accordance with publication's style, editorial policy, and publishing requirements.

·          Be creative and develop story or content ideas, considering reader or audience appeal.

·         Track all relevant breaking news and trending stories and ensure it is given adequate coverage on the website

·         Plan content direction of the blog

·         Savvy and experience in use of IT and social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram)

·         Continue the development of the Blog’s publication standards.

Qualifications and Qualities to possess

·         B.Sc. or HND in Mass Communication, Journalism, Economics, English, International Relations,Political Science or in any other related course of study

·         Must be interested in news, politics, sports and current affairs

·         Proficiency in English Language and good writing skills

·         Must have a laptop in good working condition

·         Must have a knowledge of using Blogger or WordPress

Location: Lagos

Interested applicants should please forward their resumes to jobs@nigerianeye.com or nigerianeye@gmail.com