Reporter Job at News Central

This is News Central - We are not just another news channel; we are a megaphone for people often unheard. Forget biased narratives and cookie-cutter stories – here, diverse voices take center stage, fearlessly reporting on what matters most. We challenge dominant narratives, analyse trends, reveal fresh perspectives and ignite conversations that can truly transform the society.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Reporter

Job Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Employment Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Gather Stories on behalf of News Central
• Report and write news stories for publication or broadcast, describing the
• background and details of events.
• Provide breaking news content for the digital team
• Arrange interviews with people who can provide information about a story.
• Work alongside correspondents and producers in story research.
• Support field teams with in-house production.
• Cover assigned reports and file packages
• Engage in Live Reporting from News location.
• Cover special reports/features as may be assigned
• Research and analyze background information related to stories to be able to provide complete and accurate information.
•  Gather information about events through research, interviews, experience, and attendance at political, news, sports, artistic, social, and other functions.
• Investigate breaking news developments such as disasters, crimes, and human-angle stories.
• Field-producing opportunities.
• Travel assignments for large breaking news events are possible. (Note: You could spend long periods of time in the elements-i.e., extreme heat/cold, rain, etc.)
• Conduct Interviews for News and Digital.
• You should have a front-row seat as history unfolds before your eyes.
• Serve as in house analyst as the need arises.

Person Specification

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism or related field preferred.
• 5 years of producing with both field
• Social media savvy.
• Professional phone manners.
• Strong code of ethics.
• Positive attitude.
• Outstanding news judgment, critical and strategic thinking, and an ability to be persistent yet diplomatic are critical for the position.
• Must be able to work an extended schedule as the news cycle a
• Detail oriented.
• Strong desire to work in the field and learn journalism from some of the best in the business.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: recruitment@newscentral.ng using the Job Position as the subject of the mail.