Job Openings at Pulse Nigeria

Pulse is Africa’s leading innovative media company, informing and engaging Africa’s young audience - and providing expansive media reach and creative marketing solutions to partners. We run news websites and social channels and marketing and production across Francophone and Anglophone West Africa and East Africa.

We are recruiting to fill the following positions below:

1.) Head of Social Media and Content Creation

Job Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• Pulse is looking for a Head of Social Media and Content Creation to join the team.
• You will be responsible for leading and coordinating a team of Social Media Managers managing Pulse’s marketing campaigns and day-to-day activities across all social media channels.
• You will guide the team in creating and implementing highly shareable content that is creative, attention-getting and on-brand.
• You must be passionate about digital and the latest market trends, and demonstrate a deep understanding of how to use social media to strategically build brands, create attention, engage audiences, and grow communities.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive social media strategy aligned with Pulse’s overall brand and business objectives.
• Oversee daily operations of all social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, X, LinkedIn, TikTok, Whatsapp, etc.) to maintain a consistent brand voice.
• Manage a content calendar to ensure timely posting and relevance to trends/events.
• Lead a team in creating original, high-quality, and engaging multimedia content (videos, graphics, posts, etc.) to drive engagement.
• Monitor emerging social trends and integrate them into Pulse’s strategy.
• Supervise and mentor a team of content creators and social media managers.
• Provide feedback to enhance creativity, performance, and team synergy.
• Use analytics tools (Meta Business Suite, etc.) to monitor social media performance and content effectiveness.
• Present data-driven insights and recommendations to optimize campaigns and content strategies.
• Interact with followers and respond to comments/messages to foster an engaged community.
• Build partnerships with influencers and collaborate on campaigns to expand Pulse’s reach.
• Ensure all social media content adheres to Pulse’s brand guidelines and reinforces its voice and mission.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Media, or a related field.
• Proven experience (5+ years) in social media management and content creation, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.

Skills:

• Expertise in social media platforms and tools such as Hootsuite, Buffer, or Sprout Social.
• Proficiency in content creation tools like Adobe Creative Suite and Canva.
• Strong copywriting skills with attention to detail and creativity.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Experience with SEO and digital marketing strategies.
• Familiarity with paid social media advertising and campaign optimization.
• Analytical skills with experience in interpreting performance metrics and developing actionable strategies.
• Innovative mindset with the ability to anticipate and adapt to trends.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills to manage a dynamic team.
• Understanding of video editing and photography to guide multimedia projects.
• This role demands a highly creative, data-driven leader who can elevate Pulse’s digital presence and foster meaningful engagement with its audience.

Application Closing Date: 31st December, 2024.

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2.) Senior Lifestyle Reporter

Job Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• Pulse is looking for a Reporter well-connected in the Fashion & Lifestyle industry who will be responsible for researching, monitoring, writing and reporting news stories.

Responsibilities

• Collect, verify, and analyze newsworthy information as it pertains to Lifestyle.
• Create and deliver Lifestyle stories in varying formats(article, video and/or social posts) with the audience’s perspective in mind
• Develop and publish weekly reviews, opinion pieces, and reports
• Attend press conferences, events, and file reports in a timely manner.
• Contact, interview and research sources
• Maintain notes and audio/video recordings
• Cooperate with reporters, video editors, social media managers, chief editor, producers etc
• Stay up-to-date with the latest current events by properly monitoring news, attending events and building contacts and sources for use in future stories
• Abide by journalism’s ethics and codes

Requirements
Skills that would make a candidate successful in this role:

• Excellent writing, communication and news story-telling skills.
• Experience with content marketing and various content formats such as article, social and video alongside a proven ability to drive readership.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• A lot of energy, passion and enthusiasm.

Application Closing Date: 31st December, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@pulse.ng using the Job Position as the subject of the email.

3.) Senior Writer - Pulse Picks

Job Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• Pulse is seeking an experienced Senior Writer to join the Pulse Picks team.
• As a Senior Writer, you will play a critical role in creating engaging, insightful, and high-quality content that aligns with our mission to inform, inspire, and connect our audience.
• You will collaborate closely with our editorial, creative, and commercial teams to craft stories that drive engagement and align with Pulse Picks' content strategy.

Responsibilities
Content Creation:

• Write well-researched, engaging, and original articles tailored to the Pulse Picks audience.
• Develop product reviews, buying guides, recommendations, and trend-driven content across multiple categories, including beauty, lifestyle, technology, and fashion.
• Craft SEO-optimized content that drives traffic and enhances Pulse Picks' visibility on search engines.

Editorial Excellence:

• Proofread and edit articles to ensure clarity, consistency, and adherence to Pulse's editorial standards.
• Fact-check all content to maintain accuracy and credibility.
• Contribute to developing the Pulse Picks editorial voice, ensuring it resonates with the target audience.

Collaborative Content Planning:

• Work closely with the Editorial Lead to brainstorm, pitch, and execute content ideas.
• Collaborate with the creative and social media teams to align articles with multimedia content.
• Assist in developing content calendars, ensuring timely execution of content deliverables.

Audience Engagement:

• Monitor and analyze content performance metrics to understand audience preferences.
• Adapt writing style and focus based on audience feedback and engagement data.
• Experiment with new content formats and storytelling techniques to captivate and retain the audience.

Mentorship and Leadership:

• Guide junior writers and freelancers, providing constructive feedback to enhance their work.
• Uphold a high standard of writing and serve as a mentor for aspiring writers within the team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Mass Communication, English, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in writing and editing, preferably within the digital media, e-commerce, or lifestyle industries.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Proven ability to write compelling, engaging, and SEO-optimized content.
• Proficiency in content management systems (e.g., WordPress).
• Strong knowledge of African market, trends, and consumer behavior is an advantage.
• Deep understanding of various content formats, including long-form articles, listicles, and video scripts.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines, manage multiple tasks, and prioritize effectively.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Application Closing Date: 30th December, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@pulse.ng using the Job Position as the subject of the email.