Additional Info: The Galway Advertiser wishes to recruit a News Journalist (Maternity Leave Contract) The successful applicant ideally should have experience in a busy newsroom environment.
They will be required to write clear, concise, accurate and interesting copy for news, business, features and to cover local authority meetings.
Specific areas of responsibility will include coverage of current affairs, local news, lifestyle content, and content for supplements/features.
The candidate should, as a minimum, be qualified to degree level in journalism or a related field and have a good working knowledge of social media platforms.
They will also be required to liaise with Galway's business community, update our digital platforms on a daily basis and to work to tight deadlines.
Own car and full driver's licence are required.
If you are interested in this role, please send your CV and covering letter to Máire McCarthy CEO, ***** Eyre Square, Galway or email ****** Closing date for applications Friday 20th February ****.
The Advertiser Newspaper Group is an equal opportunities employer