Recruitment Room Team
Reporter
Job Description
Main Purpose of the Job
Netwerk24 is looking for an excellent general reporter to report from Johannesburg. The reporter must be able to source, investigate and report. The journalist should have an existing and extensive contact network. The suitable candidate will have the ability to get the story behind the story and gather unique information that is not available elsewhere. The journalist should have a good understanding of digital journalism, be able to record video and take photos. The suitable candidate will be able to work quickly and under pressure. The successful candidate must also be willing to work irregular hours, overtime, weekends and public holidays from time to time.
Pligte
- Identifiseer berigte.
- Doen verslag oor brekende nuus en skryf opvolgberigte.
- Hou ‘n netwerk van kontakte in stand.
Job Outputs
- Identify stories.
- Report breaking news and write follow-up articles.
- Maintain a contact network.
Vaardighede en bevoegdhede
- Die vermoë om met gemak in ‘n digitale, multiplatform-omgewing te werk met vaardighede in sosiale media, asook die neem van foto’s en video’s.
- Uitstekende taal- en skryfvaardighede in Afrikaans.
- ’n Sterk nuussin.
Skills and Competencies
- The ability to work comfortably in a digital, multi-platform environment, with skills in social media, photography and videography.
- Excellent Afrikaans language and writing skills.
- Strong sense of news.
Kwalifikasies en ondervinding
- ’n Toepaslike tersiêre kwalifikasie.
- ’n Geldige rybewys.
- Ten minste 3 jaar ervaring as ’n verslaggewer.
Qualifications and Experience
- A relevant tertiary qualification.
- A valid driver’s licence.
- At least 3 years’ experience as a reporter.
Closing Date: 25 February 2025
Given the employment equity policy of Media24, preference will be given to suitable candidates from the designated groups.
Ingevolge Media24 se diensbillikheidsbeleid sal aan geskikte kandidate uit die aangewese groepe voorkeur gegee word.