Job title: Reporter / Editor (IT-Savvy) Job at May Publishing Limited
Company: May Publishing Limited
Job description: May Publishing Limited is a research, knowledge management and publishing firm, which has continued to pursue remarkable heights in the production, management and preservation of knowledge, in scholarly and strategic research and publishing, and in the development of high standards in literacy and learning through general interest works. With its excellent research-oriented publications and professionally articulated compendiums of biographies, autobiographies, corporate histories, and scholarly literatures, it has been distinguished for and committed to the digital documentation of knowledge and information that are essential to the high value-orientation and development of society. Through its cutting-edge research, professional editorial processes, and unique methods of harnessing and producing audience-compelling narratives, the firm has been assigned world-class projects from top-class individuals, corporate entities, and other states institutions, the depth of which has been attested by readers as appealing, engaging and significant to human, social and corporate development.We are recruiting to fill the position below:Job Position: Reporter / Editor (IT-Savvy)Job Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-timeJob Summary
- We are seeking a dynamic and ambitious young Reporter/Editor to join our fast-growing digital news platform based in Lagos.
- The ideal candidate must have a passion for news writing, strong editorial judgment, and be highly IT-savvy, with the ability to manage content across digital platforms.
Key Responsibilities
- Research, write, and edit original news content for publication.
- Conduct interviews, cover live events, and generate story ideas.
- Curate and manage content across social media platforms.
- Edit submissions and ensure factual accuracy, clarity, and engagement.
- Work with the tech and design team to optimize stories for SEO and readability.
- Upload and format stories on the blog using content management systems (CMS).
- Monitor news trends and stay updated with local and global developments.
Requirements
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communication, Journalism, English, or related fields.
- 1–3 years of experience in journalism, blogging, or online media (fresh graduates with strong portfolios may apply).
- Excellent writing, proofreading, and editorial skills.
- Strong understanding of digital journalism and multimedia storytelling.
- Proficiency in IT and content management systems (e.g., WordPress).
- Familiarity with SEO, basic graphic design tools (e.g., Canva), and social media analytics.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Creative, resourceful, and passionate about news and storytelling.
Preferred Skills:
- Video editing or basic photography skills.
- Experience with social media management tools (e.g., Buffer, Hootsuite).
- Knowledge of local and national news landscape in Nigeria.
Remuneration
Competitive, based on experience and performance.Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidate should send their CV and Application Letter to: using the Job Position as the subject of the
Expected salary:
Location: Nigeria
Job date: Sat, 12 Jul 2025 05:53:35 GMT