Are you passionate about journalism and media? Do you have a keen eye for detail, strong writing skills, and a commitment to integrity? Premium Times, a leading investigative journalism platform in Nigeria, is looking for a Standard Desk Editor to join it’s team.
Job Overview
As a Standard Desk Editor, you will be responsible for refining and enhancing content to maintain the high editorial standards of Premium Times. This role is ideal for professionals with solid editing experience, an aversion to corruption, and a drive to be an agent of change in Nigerian journalism
Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-Time
Key Responsibilities:
- Edit and proofread articles to ensure accuracy, clarity, and consistency.
- Uphold Premium Times’ editorial policies and ethical journalism standards.
- Work closely with reporters and writers to refine content.
- Ensure logical flow, factual correctness, and grammatical accuracy in publications.
- Maintain high journalistic integrity and investigate content when necessary.
- Collaborate with the editorial team to meet publishing deadlines.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Standard Desk Editor or Copy Editor.
- Strong writing and communication skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and logical reasoning.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Good interpersonal skills and team collaboration.
- A passion for investigative journalism and a strong ethical compass. How to Apply
Interested candidates should prepare the following in a single PDF document
✔ Curriculum Vitae (CV)
✔ Cover Letter expressing interest in the role
✔ Two (2) writing samples or links to published stories
Send applications to [email protected] with the subject line “Standard Desk Editor.”
Why Join Premium Times?
- Work with a team of award-winning journalists.
- Be part of a media organization dedicated to truth, transparency, and accountability.
- Contribute to impactful stories that make a difference in Nigeria and beyond.
Don’t miss this opportunity to shape the future of Nigerian journalism. Apply now!