Job Description

We are seeking an enthusiastic, detail-oriented Junior Writer to join our newspaper company in Dubai. This is an exciting opportunity to enhance your journalism career, share impactful stories, and make meaningful contributions to our dynamic newsroom.

Responsibilities:

• Research, conduct interviews, and fact-check information to maintain accuracy in reporting
• To lead the editorial team , collaborate with editors and brainstorm ideas, develop story angles
• Stay up-to-date with current events, trends, and developments to identify newsworthy stories and opportunities for coverage
• Provide feedback and guidance to junior writers to help them improve their writing, research, and presenting skills.
• Assist with other editorial tasks and projects as needed to support the publication's objectives
• Maintain awareness of current events and trending topics in the UAE, the Philippines and globally
• Adhere to deadlines and editorial policies while delivering high standard of work
• Brainstorm and develop innovative content strategies with the team
• Develop anchoring and presenting skills to deliver news segments for multimedia platforms, including video and live broadcasts

Qualifications:

• Fluency in English is essential
• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field
• Minimum of 3-4 year of experience in a writing role, preferably in print journalism
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills
• Strong research and fact-checking abilities
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of ofw culture and current affairs is a plus
• Strong writing and communication skills, with the ability to write clear, concise, and compelling content
• Knowledge of Dubai's local community and cultural context is a plus
• Passion for storytelling, news reporting, and delivering impactful journalism

Please note: Candidates must be based in Dubai or willing to relocate.

Job Type: Full-time

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Dubai: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Do you have excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills?
• Can you join immediately? (MUST ANSWER)
• How much is your expected salary? (MUST ANSWER)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• writing role, preferably in print journalism: 3 years (Required)

Language:

• Tagalog (Required)