Nairaland Forum

A Media concern based in Kogi State is looking for a suitably qualified corp members (NYSC) to work as interns.

Qualified corp members must be serving in either of these towns; Lokoja, Kabba, Okene, Idah or Ayingba

Responsibilities:
Will report news and other information.
Collects and analyses information about newsworthy events to report.
Receives assignment or evaluates news leads and news tips to develop story idea.
Gathers and verifies factual information regarding story through interview, observation, and research.
Organizes material, determines slant or emphasis, and writes story according to prescribed editorial style and format standards.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements:
The successful individual will be a graduate with similar experience.
Background in any of the following: Journalism, Mass communication, Public Relations, English, Linguistics.
Experience in professional writing.
Ability to liaise with clients.
Good knowledge of conducting interviews.
Effective use of Email.
Use of Blackberry phone will be an added advantage.

To apply, send application via email within next 2 weeks to: opowplus@yahoo.com