Editor at a Research and Training Centre

Our organisation, a Research and Training Centre located in Ibadan, Oyo State is offering exciting opportunities for enthusiastic professionals to join our dynamic team in the capacity below:

Job Title: Editor

Location: Ibadan, Oyo

Job Brief

• We are looking for an Editor, with a good sense of what makes an interesting angle to a story, to juggle all the moving parts of publications.
• You will plan, coordinate, review and edit content.
• The successful candidate will be able to decide which ideas should be pursued and which should get dropped in order to meet quality and accuracy standards.
• The goal is to provide exceptional, informative and engaging content.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate online or print publishing cycle and manage content areas
• Set publication standards and establish goals and expectations
• Suggest stories and generate headline ideas in alignment with targeted audience’s preferences
• Oversee layout (artwork, design, photography) and check content for accuracy and errors
• Proof-read, edit and improve stories or pieces
• Recruit and manage writers and reporters
• Cooperate and liaise with designers, photographers, advertising reps, writers, artists etc
• Comply with media law and ethical guidelines
• Meet deadlines and budget requirements

Requirements

• B.Sc Degree in Journalism or in related field.
• Proven working experience as an Editor
• Strong writing/editing/proof-reading skills and an excellent portfolio
• Hands on experience with MS Office and InDesign, Photoshop or other publishing tools
• Proven familiarity with SEQ and social media best practices
• Excellent written skills in English
• An eye for detail along with critical thinking
• Prioritizing and multitasking
• Membership of relevant professional bodies would be an added advantage.

Salary
Very Attractive.

Application Closing Date
6th September, 2021.