Sports Journalist

COMPANY:    WINSTA TECHNOLOGY LIMITED
DEPARTMENT: MEDIA
DIRECT REPORT – BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

 Role Objective: To effectively engage the public on sports matters and publish daily articles on sports and being informative on football to football lovers and bettors.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting on Events: Attend live sporting events to provide real-time coverage, including game summaries, player performances, and post-game analysis.
Conducting Interviews: Interview athletes, coaches, and sports officials to gather quotes and insights that enhance stories and provide depth to reports.
Writing and Editing: Create articles, opinion pieces, and feature stories for print, online, or broadcast media, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and engagement.
Research and Preparation: Stay informed about sports trends, statistics, and team histories to provide context and informed commentary in reports.
Multimedia Content Creation: Produce content for various platforms, including video reports, podcasts, and social media updates, adapting to the audience’s preferences.

KPI

Compliance to professional/Online/Media regulations.
100% performance during site audit.
100% Customer service performance/engagement.
0% complaints.

Skills / Competence Requirements

Able to solve problem with little or no supervision.
Proficiency in a range of information technology tools and platforms.
Strong analytical, organizational, and presentation skills.
Thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Support a positive team environment with a friendly and can-do attitude.
Ability to multitask while maintaining a positive outlook and proactive approach.
Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.
Strong writing and editing skills are essential for crafting compelling narratives and adhering to publication standards.
Effective communication is crucial for conducting interviews and conveying information clearly to the audience.
A deep understanding of the sports being covered, including rules, players, and current events, is necessary for accurate reporting.
Sound computer skills including willingness to learn operations software and tools.
Ability to work with fellow colleagues and other wider team members.
Build rapport and cooperative relationships with customers and Clients.
Contribute to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace.

Generic Skills

Excellent Presentation skills.
Initiative.
Self-Management

Education/Professional Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Mass communications, or a related field is typically required.
Membership of Professional bodies.
Previous experience working in a diverse environment with complex systems.

Interested and qualified candidates should send CV to hr.bengabet@gmail.com. The job title should be used as the subject of the email.