Content Writer/Multimedia Journalist
Position Summary
Sierraloaded is looking to hire a Content Writer/Multimedia Journalist to work at our Freetown office. The ideal candidate must have cognate experience in Journalism, a detailed knowledge of Sierra Leone news, and how to write engaging stories for the Sierraloaded audience.
About Sierraloaded
Sierraloaded is an online media company based in Freetown, Sierra Leone. It primarily focuses on delivering news, music, videos, and entertainment content related to Sierra Leone and the broader African continent.
Sierraloaded is known for promoting Sierra Leonean artists and providing updates on local and international events. It aims to be a hub for Sierra Leonean culture and entertainment, reaching a diverse audience both within the country and abroad. We are the platform leading in reach – with over 3 million users on our platforms to date.
In addition, we produce content and creative digital PR and marketing solutions for top brands. We’re empowering brands with our expansive media reach and 360-degree in-house marketing solutions.
This position will be based in our Freetown office, reporting to the Editor.
Duties and Responsibilities
- – Source, identify and collect breaking and trending news contents in Sierra Leone.
- – Find, write, edit and published good news contents including articles, features, music and short videos to keep readers informed about latest happenings in Sierra Leone.
- – Review performance of news contents, analyze social media trends and user behaviour, then share findings with the teams to aid in news and content strategy decisions.
- – Familiar with local and worldwide news content providers including online and traditional media, bloggers, KOL, YouTubers and be able to give suggestions on content partnership.
Desired Skills & Experience
- – Young University/Polytechnic Graduate. Relevant Degree (English, Journalism and Communication, etc.) is a plus.
- – Passionate about social media, sensitive to trends, familiar with young people’s language and culture, familiar with recent news in Sierra Leone, Africa and the world.
- – Versatile with the various news beats in Sierra Leone – Government & Politics, Current Affairs, Entertainment, Sports, Health, Education, Crime & Judiciary, etc.
- – Good at writing headlines based on user interest.
- – At least two (2) years’ cognate experience in the media industry such as Content Writer, Reporter, Journalist, News Editor, Video Editor and Blogger are preferred.
- – Strong ownership and positivity, fast-learning ability, attention to detail and good communication skill with different people.
- – You must be able to interview key persons (witnesses, sources etc.) as well as cover events.
- – You must be able to use social media for generating story ideas and generating traffic for Sierraloaded.
- – You must have knowledge of Sierra Leone’s news/political climate.
- – You must be able to create well-informed content that is focused on current affairs and reports about Sierra Leone.
- – You must be committed to quality, original content.
- – You must be able to generate your own news stories and write strong/attractive headlines
- – You must have an urge for investigative stories and breaking news to keep this platform above its peers.
Joining the Sierraloaded Team
Sierraloaded is made up of young and passionate individuals who go above and beyond to inform and engage our audience with quality content – also delighting our clients and partners with their creative ability to engage these audiences.
From the moment you join us, you will be empowered to run projects, solve problems and develop solutions that can impact our audience of millions and our clients and partners.
How To Apply
If you would like to apply, please submit your application using this form. You will receive an email within 24 hours confirming that your application has been received.
