🇳🇬 Job Vacancies @ Pulse Nigeria – 5 Positions

Pulse is Africa’s leading innovative media company, informing and engaging Africa’s young audience - and providing expansive media reach and creative marketing solutions to partners. We run news websites and social channels and marketing and production across Francophone and Anglophone West Africa and East Africa.

We are recruiting to fill the following positions below:

1.) Presenter
2.) Art Director
3.) Senior Digital Sales Strategist, Pulse Sports
4.) Researcher / Scriptwriter - Business Insider
5.) Tech Manager

Job Title: Presenter

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Position Summary

• As a Presenter at Pulse Nigeria, you will be the face and voice of our digital media content.
• You will be responsible for presenting live and pre-recorded shows, conducting interviews, and delivering content across various platforms, including online video, social media, and live events.
• Your role is to engage, inform, and entertain our audience, ensuring a high standard of presentation and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities
Content Presentation:

• Host and present live and pre-recorded shows, including news, entertainment, lifestyle, and special features.
• Conduct engaging interviews with guests, including celebrities, industry experts, and other newsmakers.
• Provide commentary and analysis on various topics relevant to the audience.

Content Creation:

• Collaborate with the content production team to develop and produce high-quality content.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions to generate ideas for new shows, segments, and features.

Audience Engagement:

• Interact with the audience through social media platforms, responding to comments and questions in a professional manner.
• Engage with viewers during live shows, incorporating their feedback and comments into the content.

Research and Preparation:

• Conduct thorough research on topics, guests, and current events to provide accurate and insightful content.
• Prepare detailed notes and questions for interviews and discussions.

Professional Development:

• Stay updated with industry trends, current events, and best practices in digital media and broadcasting.
• Attend training sessions and workshops to enhance presenting skills and technical knowledge.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Journalism, Mass Communication, Media Studies, or a related field.
• 2 - 3 years proven experience as a presenter, host, or similar role in the media industry.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in using social media platforms for content promotion and audience engagement.
• Strong research and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work irregular hours, including evenings and weekends, as required
• Strong on-camera presence and ability to engage with diverse audiences.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle live broadcasts professionally.

Application Closing Date
28th February, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@pulse.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Job Title: Art Director

Location: Maryland, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• Pulse is looking for an Art Director to join the team. As an Art Director, you will be responsible for leading the visual direction for digital campaigns, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality creative solutions.
• Our ideal candidate should be a seasoned professional who can play a key role in conceptualizing and executing visual content that meets client objectives and enhances brand identities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the conceptualization and execution of visual content across various digital platforms.
• Collaborate with clients and internal stakeholders to understand goals and translate them into effective visual strategies.
• Contribute innovative ideas and strategies during brainstorming sessions.
• Manage and mentor junior team members, providing guidance and feedback to ensure project success.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify opportunities for visual differentiation.
• Present visual concepts and strategies effectively to clients and internal teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in art direction within a digital agency.
• Strong portfolio showcasing creative vision and digital design expertise.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and other digital design tools.
• Excellent project management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with clients and cross-functional teams.

Application Closing Date
4th March, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@pulse.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Job Title: Senior Digital Sales Strategist, Pulse Sports

Location: Maryland, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• Pulse Sports is looking for a Senior Digital Sales Strategist to join our Sport team in Nigeria who will drive revenue growth by developing and pitching winning creative digital strategies for clients to solve their business challenges and aid them in achieving their marketing goals and objectives.
• You will be responsible for developing new business opportunities to sell our digital product portfolio and services.
• Our Senior Digital Strategists drive commercial opportunities among top brands by prospecting, nurturing leads, and networking with customers and client-side decision-makers to close deals.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Identify business opportunities and develop effective strategies to approach and pitch our solutions and capabilities.
• Contribute to team effort by establishing high-level contacts and ensuring that the defined sales process is followed.
• Close deals and work towards set targets, ultimately positively impacting the company's revenues.
• Manage client relationships and provide customers with excellent service and support.
• Work with the project execution teams to ensure customer goals are achieved.
• Continuously engage customers and client-side decision-makers to maintain close relationships to identify upsell, resell, and new business opportunities.
• Develop strategies and processes for internal use to strengthen our market presence and market share further.
• Manage fluid communication and processes across teams with a focus on the AccountManagement department.
• Contribute to team learning sessions and knowledge sharing on an ongoing basis in the Nigerian team and also pan-Africa
• Stay up to date on the latest trends, industry issues, and solutions, be aware of competitive activity in the market and with clients, and help to ensure Pulse is always innovating with great client solutions.

Desired Skills & Experience

• A degree in Communications or Marketing, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years experience in sales or business development in Sports Media/Advertising industries required.
• A creative thinker who can connect 360° digital to all aspects of a client’s business and drive growth opportunities.
• Experience with sales with Sports Media Platforms and a great network of Sports Media industry is mandatory.
• Detailed understanding of social media networks and media marketing methods
• Excellent networking skills and a demonstrated ability in key client/partner relationship management
• An entrepreneurial mindset and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, start-up environment with dynamic business priorities.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, and excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with Zoho CRM is desirable.
• Portfolio of previous marketing projects.

Application Closing Date
4th March, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@pulse.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Job Title: Researcher / Scriptwriter - Business Insider

Location: Maryland, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Position Summary

• Business Insider is looking for a Researcher/Scriptwriter to join the team.
• As a Researcher/Scriptwriter, you will work with our in-house video team to create compelling and exciting videos that will engage with the Business Insider Africa audience, clients and meet marketing strategies and objectives.
• Our ideal candidate has a knack for in-depth research and creative and engaging of storytelling.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Research and develop scripts for Business Insider - internal and for clients.
• Craft compelling video documentary scripts
• Researching trending business topics for video and podcast content
• Developing podcast scripts and question guides
• Fact-check all information used in video scripts
• Contribute to new video format development and implementation.
• All around assistance on pre-production activities.
• You may be required to manage more than one brief at a time and will therefore have to prioritize effectively allocating the relevant amount of time and resources according to the value of the job
• Ensure that deadlines are met on all projects.
• Ensure proper organization and safekeeping of research documents and logs.
• Maintain strong, trusting relationships with all internal and external collaborators - clients and internal teams.

Desired Skills & Experience

• 2-3 years experience doing research and developing scripts for branded video content is preferred
• Expansive video script-writing portfolio
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong knowledge of Google and Microsoft Workspace – docs, sheets, drive, slides, etc.
• Very organized, goal-oriented, and can drive results while multi-tasking priorities
• A lot of energy, passion and enthusiasm.
• Experience with on-screen presenting is a plus.

Application Closing Date
17th February, 2025.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@pulse.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

Job Title: Tech Manager

Location: Maryland, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Position Summary

• We are looking for a Tech Manager to join our team. As a Tech Manager, you will be involved in managing website content to ensure it is accurate, up-to-date, and well-organized.
• You are to track support requests, analyze website performance, collaborating with the development team, and optimizing content for search engines.
• You will conduct keyword research, optimize on-page elements, improve website authority through SEO strategies, and create user documentation.
• The role also requires monitoring metrics, generating reports, and implementing SEO improvements. You will stay current with SEO trends and may be asked to work weekends to meet deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for monitoring and maintaining the Pulse and Client’s website performance, ensuring that it is accessible, functional, and user-friendly.
• Conduct regular checks for broken links, errors, and performance issues, and take necessary actions to resolve them.
• Responsible for managing the website's content, ensuring that it is up-to-date, accurate, and relevant. You may be required to work with content creators and editors to publish new content, update existing content, and ensure proper categorization and organization.
• Training website users on how to navigate and utilize the website's features effectively. This will involve webinars, creating user manuals or guides, and providing ongoing support to ensure users can make the most of the website's functionalities.
• Track and log user-reported issues, maintain a record of support requests, and generate reports on website performance and user feedback. You will be required to analyze the data to identify trends, areas for improvement, and implement necessary changes to enhance the website's functionality and user experience.
• Collaborate closely with the website development team to communicate user feedback, suggest enhancements, and assist in testing new features or updates.
• Conduct keyword research to identify relevant keywords and phrases that users are using to search for products, services, or information related to the website. You will be required to analyze search volume, competition, and user intent to develop a strategic keyword list.
• Optimize various on-page elements of the website, including meta tags, headings, URLs, and content. Ensure that these elements are optimized with relevant keywords, unique and compelling content, and proper formatting to improve search engine visibility and user experience.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve the website's authority and reputation through off-page optimization techniques. This may include building high-quality backlinks from reputable websites, managing online directories and citations, and participating in relevant industry forums and communities.
• Work closely with content creators to optimize website content for search engines. You ensure that the content is relevant, engaging, and optimized with targeted keywords.
• Track and analyze website performance using various tools and analytics platforms. Monitor keyword rankings, organic traffic, bounce rates, and other relevant metrics to identify areas for improvement.
• Generate monthly reports and provide recommendations to optimize SEO strategies based on data analysis.
• Create a website help guide documentation manual to guide backend users to make changes to the website.
• You may be required to work weekends and any other tasks not listed here to meet deadlines.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends, algorithm updates, and best practices in SEO. You will continuously learn and adapt their strategies to ensure the website remains competitive and aligned with search engine guidelines.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• BSc / BA in Computer Science, Design or in a related field is preferred
• At least two years work experience
• Knowledge of web analytics and SEO
• Familiarity with web standards
• Working knowledge of website management tools and design tools
• Knowledge in HTML/CSS, XML, CMS is preferred
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical abilities
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to generate creative ideas.
• Attention to detail and outstanding organizational skills.

Application Closing Date
27th February, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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