Graphic Communications seeking for Multimedia Journalists to employ

Graphic.com.gh Adverts Nov - 11 - 2021 , 18:13

GRAPHIC COMMUNICATIONS GROUP

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

MULTIMEDIA JOURNALISTS

We are looking for experienced, dynamic and results oriented multimedia journalists with good team-playing and excellent editorial skills to fill the following position in GCGL newsrooms in Accra, Ho, Bolgatanga and Tamale to Collect, write and prepare a variety of stories for inclusion in the newspaper and Graphic Online, both in general areas and areas of specialization.

Key Accountabilities

Select stories to follow, either with a general flavour or from an area of specialisation when not assigned by the Editor.
Collect information necessary to compile the story /stories; for example, by going out into the field and conducting interviews or doing desk-based / web-based research.
Compile stories ready for submitting - Edit prior to submitting and proofreading when required.
Work in groups on special stories / investigations when required, with one writer taking the lead as necessary.

Contribute suggestions to the development of the website
Contribute marketing ideas to position the newspaper brands and website as preferred products to our customers.

Skills/Competencies

Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Multimedia production skills
Good report-writing skills
Analytical with an eye for detail
Ability to work to strict deadlines and for long periods
Flexible attitude to working arrangements
Strong computer literacy skills, including page planning
Research methodology skills desired but not essential

Minimum Qualifications

1^st Degree in Communication/Journalism Studies or related field with 2 years working experience on newspaper/online journalism

Diploma in Journalism from a reputable institution with 4 years working experience on newspaper/ online journalism
Member of Ghana Journalists Association

If you wish to apply, please send a detailed CV together with a covering letter and contact telephone number, to:

The Director, HR & Administration

Graphic Communications Group Ltd.

P.O. Box GP742

Accra

Alternatively, you may email your application to [email protected]