Sports Journalist
4 months ago
Abuja, Nigeria
The International Center for Investigative Reporting ICIR
Full time
Job Desccription
- We are seeking a highly skilled, knowledgeable, and experienced to join their prestigious Media Organization.
- You will be responsible for overseeing and leading sports information and reports around the world.
Responsibilities
- Preparing research materials such as statistics and background information on players and teams.
- Reporting on breaking news stories as they happen, including injuries, player suspensions, and other key details.
- Covering live sporting events such as games or competitions, reviewing performance of individual players, and interviewing participants.
- Conducting Critical Investigation on events in sports industry.
- Writing articles about specific sports and topics related to those sports, such as equipment or training techniques.
- Interviewing experts in the field to gather information for stories on topics such as health and fitness, injuries, nutrition, and mental health issues.
- Maintaining a strong understanding of the latest developments in the sports world and staying upto-date on the latest trends and controversies.
- Performing verification and fact-checking stories and sources to ensure the information is accurate.
Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree in journalism, Mass Communication, or a related field.
- 2-3years Proven experience within a reputable news organization
- Exceptional understanding of broadcast journalism principles, techniques, and standards.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
- In-depth knowledge of sports insights and analysis
- Sound judgment, critical thinking, and the ability to make informed decision in a fast-paced environment.