Infusing tech by collaborating with other parts of the newsroom.
Pairing tech reporters with non-tech reporters.
Channeling stories by tech reporters to the appropriate desks.
Suggesting content across platforms.
Job Responsibilities
Good knowledge in native Android mobile application development
Produce fully functional mobile applications writing clean code
Write unit and UI tests to identify malfunctions
Knowledge of SQLite, or similar database management system
Ability to quickly learn and adapt to changes in Mobile technology
Responsible for hybrid mobile application development
Knowledge in Android Studio, React Native, Flutter
Develop new core functionalities of the app
Your Day to Day
Edit and produce news to present information with accuracy, flow, and within the time frame
Manage and edit contents to cater to readers requirement and provide detailed information for the same
Design and implement coverage strategies to facilitate broad coverage of all sorts of issues and news
Evaluate all news for authenticity and check with sources to ensure the correctness of published article to avoid conflicts
Collaborate with reporters, editors and Marketing Manager to facilitate efficient news coverage to strengthen company s position in the media market
Monitor all feeds from news bureaus and other agencies for editing and further publication
Editing copy, written by reporters or features writers, to remove spelling mistakes and grammatical errors
Rewriting material so that it flows or reads better and adheres to the house style of a particular publication
Writing headlines that capture the essence of the story or are clever or amusing
Checking facts and stories to ensure they are accurate, adhere to copyright law
Proofreading complete content and editing
Ensuring that a story fits a particular word count by cutting or expanding material as necessary
Checking facts and stories to ensure they are accurate, adhere to copyright laws
Qualifications
Master s degree in English, communications, journalism, or a related field with at least two years of experience in supporting content/online roles.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to produce persuasive copy in limited space and across multiple technologies
Good listening, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills; strong organizational abilities and demonstrate flexibility.
Must be able to work both independently and as part of a creative team, and possess exceptional writing skills supported by a strong ability to interact with others.
Must be able to work under strict deadlines in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Experience in journalism, reporting, and media
Experience sourcing, researching, and writing creative, engaging technology stories
Ability to think, plan and execute on multiple projects simultaneously in an organized fashion
Ability to work with colleagues in different countries and appreciate cultural differences