Highbury Media (Pty) Ltd is an independent magazine and digital publishing company responsible for some of the best-performing titles. We are currently looking for a Writer for our SA Rugby brand

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

·       Daily updates on the SA Rugby website

·       Compile sections like Saffas Abroad, Superbru, weekend teams and school wraps

·       Managing all social medial aspects including Facebook, Twitter, YouTube

·       Channel and other social media and digital streams.

·       Creating a newsletter that is sent out to all digital subscribers

·       Writing material for SA Rugby print issues as well as any publication that requires rugby content.

·       Generating article ideas

·       A willingness to develop writing and editorial skills

·       Help manage social media accounts

·       News-pick the most engaging stories available on the Early and/or Late scan shift 

·       Compile, update, and work to a weekly diary based on the schedules of relevant team and/or competitions

·       Write original news stories using quotes from players/coaches/administrators

·       Write news stories using information from press releases or other sources

·       Write opinion pieces when required

·       Help ensure logs, fixtures, results etc. are up to date

·       Help brainstorm and produce original videos for the website/social media

Requirements

·       Show a willingness to develop writing and video skills and grow within the company

·       Ensure all content produced is engaging, reader-friendly and of a high standard

·       Show an understanding of writing for different audiences, including adapting language and tone

·       Develop your sources and contacts within professional networks

·       Show initiative and the ability to work unsupervised

·       Exercise good time management and meet all deadlines

·       Fact-check and self-edit all work

·       Good time management skills