Journalist (b2b / Trade Publications / News)

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Job Description


Who are we: A business-to-business publishing house focusing on trade publications.Who are we looking for: A talented and detail-oriented Journalist (B2B).What will you do:

  • Research and reporting: Investigate and report on current news, trends and developments impacting various niche industries within the B2B sector
  • Interviewing: Conduct interviews with industry professionals, stakeholders and key figures to gather insights and quotes for news articles
  • Writing: Produce well-written, compelling news stories tailored to the specific audience of each publication
  • Industry knowledge: Develop and maintain a deep understanding of the industries covered, including key regulations, market trends and emerging technologies within freight, travel, energy and ICT engineering
  • Data interpretation: Analyse and interpret industry reports, technical documents and data to produce accurate, insightful articles
  • Collaboration and teamwork: Work closely with editors, fellow writers and industry professionals, demonstrating strong collaboration and teamwork abilities to ensure high-quality content
  • Meeting deadlines: Work efficiently to meet daily and weekly deadlines with precision and attention to detail
What will you need:
  • Degree in Journalism, English, Communications, or a related field preferred
  • Proven experience in journalism or a related field, with a portfolio showcasing published articles
  • Applications are welcome from writers with varying levels of experience who can deliver impactful B2B news stories
  • Ability to understand and report on niche industries (freight, travel, tourism, energy)
  • Excellent command of the English language
  • High attention to detail with the ability to self-edit effectively
  • Comfortable with networking and building relationships within various industries
  • Enjoys working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines
  • Owns a car and holds a valid driving license, as travel will be required for interviews and industry events

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1375423
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned