NEWS/FEATURES WRITER at Spice TV

Requirements:

• Proven experience in print/online journalism or blogging
• Proven experience writing news/feature stories
• A proven interest in/passion for the African fashion, beauty and lifestyle industry, as well as knowledge of its key brands and professionals
• A working knowledge of WordPress or experience using a CMS (Content Management System) (however basic)
• Photoshop/Indesign skills preferred but not essential

Main areas of responsibility:

• As a member of the online editorial team, you will be responsible for contributing to the SPICE site on a regular basis, adhering to deadlines and processes outlined by the Managing Editor.
•  You will be asked to focus on a specific area/topic and be asked to submit work in this area regularly
• Hours may be flexible
• Formulate detailed monthly content calendars which outlines specific posts and topics
• Monitor trends surrounding content areas
• Contributes editorial pieces.
• Writes engaging, informative and interesting posts on topics such as fashion, beauty, entertainment, travel, culture, etc.
• Reviews, edits and formats content (text, images, etc.)