Metro and Diaspora Analyst (Writer) at Nairametrics

Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Industry: Media

Job Description

• Maintain an in-depth understanding of metro news to deliver confident writing at multiple levels of sophistication.
• Cover Metro news timely, daily, weekly and be abreast of all news
• Highly knowledgeable about African businesses in the diaspora and give an effective coverage
• Ensure timely breaking news across your beats and other beats assigned
• Conduct interviews and represent the company at functions, Press briefings and general events
• Cover all categories of stories according to Nairametrics content plan i.e. features, explainers, listicles how-tos etc.
• Create original content and enhance existing content while incorporating SEO best practices.
• Brainstorm, research, and contribute ideas for content that is of interest to the target audience.
• Build a large network of connections across your beats and scope of work.

Basic Requirements

• Minimum of B.Sc. in Mass Communication or any related discipline
• At least 3 years writing experience in a digital or print media
• At least 2 years’ experience covering Metro bid.
• Good command of English both in speaking and writing
• Effective story telling skills
• Experience in interacting with people at all levels
• Highly social personality with good people network and a natural zeal to keep up with social trends
• Availability to work on a hybrid base.