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Media24 (Pty) Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent media company in Johannesburg is seeking a talented general reporter to cover news stories. The successful candidate will possess excellent digital journalism skills, superb Afrikaans writing ability, and have a knack for sourcing unique stories. This role requires maintaining a contact network and the flexibility to work irregular hours. Ideal candidates should have at least 3 years’ experience as a reporter and should be comfortable in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a reporter is required.
• Must have a valid driver's licence.
• Strong ability to gather unique stories and contacts.

Responsibilities

• Identify and report on breaking news.
• Write follow-up articles.
• Maintain and develop a network of contacts.

Skills

Digital journalism skills

Photography

Videography

Social media skills

Excellent Afrikaans language and writing skills

Strong sense of news

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification

Tools

Digital platforms

Job description

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.

Main Purpose of the Job

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

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.

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

A relevant tertiary qualification.

A valid driver's licence.

At least 3 years’ experience as a reporter.

Qualifications And Experience

A relevant tertiary qualification.

A valid driver's licence.

At least 3 years’ experience as a reporter.

Closing Date: 9 January 2026

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.