Description
Job Profile: Junior Writer
Job Objective
Write and support the creation of informative content for AD Noticias, adhering to editorial guidelines, performing basic fact-checking, and focusing on clarity, timeliness, and quality—thereby contributing to the outlet’s daily digital platform coverage.
Key Responsibilities
* Write news articles, briefs, updates, and timely content.
* Support coverage of events, press conferences, and topics of local/national interest.
* Conduct information research and perform basic fact-checking of data and sources.
* Follow up on editor-assigned topics (updates, context, background).
* Propose story ideas and angles aligned with the daily agenda and trending topics.
* Adapt content for web and social media (headlines, subheadings, short copy).
* Upload articles to the CMS and apply proper formatting (basic SEO, tags, links, photo, and caption).
* Maintain constant communication with the editorial team for adjustments and corrections.
* Comply with house style guidelines, journalistic ethics, and internal media policies.
Performance Indicators (KPIs)
* Number of published articles and assignment completion rate.
* Writing quality (spelling, clarity, structure).
* Data accuracy and proper use of sources.
* Timeliness of delivery and responsiveness during coverage.
* Basic digital performance metrics (views, reach, engagement) as reference points for improvement.
Job Requirements
**Education:**
* Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Journalism, Literature, Political Science, or related field (graduated or nearing graduation).
**Experience:**
* 2 years of writing experience, professional internships, or social service in media (preferred).
Technical Knowledge
* Journalistic writing (inverted pyramid, headlines, leads).
* Spelling and grammar.
* News judgment and information prioritization.
* Use of official sources and basic verification.
* Basic CMS proficiency (WordPress or similar) (preferred).
* Familiarity with editorial SEO principles (preferred).
* Basic use of digital tools (Google Docs, email, Drive).
Skills and Competencies
* Strong writing and synthesis ability.
* Curiosity and willingness to learn.
* Organization and adherence to deadlines.
* Teamwork and openness to feedback.
* Responsibility and professional ethics.
* Ability to work under pressure and deliver quickly without compromising quality.
Ideal Profile (Preferred)
* Interest in current affairs and public agenda.
* Availability for on-site coverage (as needed).
* Basic familiarity with informative social media platforms.
* Knowledge of local/regional context.
Deliverables
* Daily published news articles.
* Real-time or breaking news updates.
* Support for special coverage and supplementary content (context, data, background).
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: $9,000\.00 \- $9,500\.00 per month
Work Location: On-site employment