Editor

1 day ago


Johannesburg, South Africa BlakSkill Limited Full time

**Position**: Editor

**Industry**: Media (Digital Economy Consultancy)

**Location**: South Africa

**Job Type**: Full-Time (Remote)

**Job Description (Summary)**:
The Editor will be responsible for shaping the publication’s tech coverage, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, engaging content. This role involves content strategy development, story assignment, editorial oversight, and representation of the publication at industry events.

**Editorial Strategy & Execution**:
Develop and execute the publication’s editorial vision, ensuring alignment with its mission to provide insightful coverage of Africa’s tech ecosystem.

Maintain a consistent tone, style, and voice across all content to engage the target audience.

**Content Development & Oversight**:
Manage daily content output, including articles, newsletters, and multimedia formats.

Assign stories to reporters, ensuring alignment with editorial priorities and audience interests.

Edit and approve articles, ensuring factual accuracy, quality, and adherence to journalistic ethics.

**Thought Leadership & Representation**:
Write high-impact editorials and articles that demonstrate thought leadership.

Represent the publication at external events, panels, and interviews, enhancing its visibility and credibility.

**Team Management**:
Guide and support a team of reporters, ensuring continuous development and alignment with editorial goals.

Foster a collaborative and innovative newsroom culture.

**Performance Monitoring**:
Track performance metrics and audience feedback, using data insights to refine editorial strategy and improve engagement.

**Trend Analysis**:
Stay updated on global and local tech trends, ensuring timely and relevant coverage.

**Required Qualifications & Experience**:

- Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of editorial experience, preferably in digital media.
- Proven track record of managing editorial teams and delivering high-quality content.
- Strong public speaking skills and experience representing publications at industry events.
- Knowledge of digital media tools and platforms.
- Applicants must be resident in South Africa.

Application Deadline: 2025/01/15


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