JOURNALIST

Job Description
MediaToday Co. Ltd is seeking a journalist with a knowledge and appreciation of current affairs, national politics and social issues. Candidates MUST be able to communicate and write in excellent MALTESE and ENGLISH.  The role involves investigating, reporting from press conferences, interviewing people in authority, providing rapid copy in translation from English to Maltese of press releases and statements, developing contacts, staying abreast of important stories, and generating stories of human interest. Candidates who display an ability to harness the opportunities of online reporting - use of social media, using mobile phone photography, producing first-draft copy for online consumption - will be given preference. Good TV presence is a plus. Requirements: • Excellent command of the MALTESE language written and spoken is a must. • Available to work on Saturdays. • Willingness to learn skills, some HTML coding; and emulate best practices in online reporting. • Good writing skills • Keen interest in current affairs • Passion, drive, and initiative • Ready to go beyond the call of duty and deliver top-quality copy against time constraints.  Only selected applicants will be summoned for an interview. Salary range: Salary will be commensurate to experience.