Journalist & Content Creator & Photographer

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

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a talented Journalist, Content Creator, and Photographer to join their dynamic team in Johannesburg. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Journalism or a related field, strong writing and editing skills, and proficiency in photography. Responsibilities include creating engaging content across various platforms, conducting interviews, and collaborating on content strategies. Candidates must be self-motivated with excellent organizational skills and a willingness to travel.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a journalist, content writer, photographer, or similar role.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Must be self-motivated and driven.
• Willingness to travel for interviews, events, and other job-related activities.

Responsibilities

• Write engaging content for various platforms including email newsletters and social media.
• Conduct thorough research and interviews to gather information for content creation.
• Collaborate with the Marketing Director to develop content strategies.

Skills

Writing skills

Photography skills

Interviewing skills

Research skills

Time management

Creativity

Education

Degree in Journalism, Communications, English, or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Content management systems

Job description

Journalist, Content Creator & Photographer

Company Background

A leading manufacturer and supplier of abrasives and accessories to the automotive, marine, woodworking, DIY, metal, aeronautical and composite industries .

Job Overview

We are seeking a talented Content Writer, Journalist, and Photographer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a journalism background, excellent command of the English language, and a flair for producing high-quality content. This individual must be reliable, confident in conducting interviews, and willing to travel as needed. Additionally, proficiency in photography is essential for capturing compelling visuals to accompany written content.

Key Responsibilities

• Write engaging content for various platforms including email newsletters, our Group Co. magazine, YouTube and social media videos/captions, new product releases, product descriptions for websites, brochures, pamphlets, and catalogues.
• Conduct thorough research and interviews to gather information for content creation.
• Collaborate with the Marketing Director to develop content strategies that align with company objectives.
• Ensure all content produced meets high editorial standards, including accuracy, clarity, and adherence to brand guidelines.
• Adapt writing style and tone to suit different audiences and platforms.
• Stay updated on industry trends and developments to inform content creation.
• Proofread and edit content to ensure consistency and quality.
• Capture high-quality photographs to accompany written content as needed.

Requirements

• Degree in Journalism, Communications, English, or related field.
• Proven experience as a journalist, content writer, photographer, or similar role.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Ability to conduct interviews confidently and professionally.
• Must be self-motivated and driven.
• Willingness to travel for interviews, events, and other job-related activities.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and content management systems.
• Creativity and adaptability to generate innovative ideas and approaches to content creation.

Portfolio of previous work demonstrating writing skills, versatility across different formats and platforms, and proficiency in photography