Be the change our news media badly needs!
Do you believe Pakistan’s news media industry has been reduced to a business that cares more about ratings and ad revenues rather than one that does high quality reporting on the important issues that have comparatively less commercial value?
Do you often feel that, even after having read a news item, you’re still not better informed about the crux of the issue; that, in fact, you are even more confused about what is going on?
Wouldn’t you rather have your byline/name in credits on a well-researched, fact-checked and thought-provoking piece that stands out or a run-of-the-mill analysis on the ‘political climate’ that everyone is doing already – and that, too, poorly?
Pakistan Today shares your concerns and is doing something about it. Come be part of our team that will provide you with the freedom and resources to actively pursue and report on issues that you think will not only help you make a name for yourself in journalism but will also make an impact on society that gets noticed and initiates reform and change.
Our mission is to research, investigate, develop and report on issues that are either being done poorly by others or not being done at all. And then, since it would be meaningless to produce such high-quality stuff and not getting it out to the masses, we aim to distribute it for multiple audiences, using multiple platforms and media. This is how we wish to inform, explain, enlighten and enable individuals to think for themselves.
If you want to be the change our news media badly needs, then look no further and send in your résumé to: careers@pakistantoday.com.pk
Open positions:
Content Writers/Producers
- You will be required to develop and create well-researched and accurate content for Pakistan Today’s digital and print editions;
- Have excellent writing, spelling and understanding of English grammar;
- Create concise, eye-catching and innovative headlines;
- Research and organise facts and sources;
- Consistently brainstorm and collaborate with the newsroom team for new ideas.
Freelance Feature Writers
- You will be required to write in-depth articles on various issues using a mix of news writing and narrative storytelling techniques;
- Present facts that are equally creative and informative;
Sub-Editors
- You will be required to edit copy filed by reporters/news wires and monitor news stories from the TV, internet and other news sources while ensuring that the content reads better and adheres to the house style of Pakistan Today;
- Check facts to ensure accuracy;
- Adhere to copyright laws and PT’s editorial policy;
- Write headlines that capture the essence of the story and are clever or amusing;
- Choose relevant photos to go with the reports posted on the website;
- Ensure that PT’s published content is pushed on social media platforms to enhance viewer traffic on the website and increase following on social media platforms.
In addition to the above-mentioned responsibilities, sub-editors are also encouraged to write original reports.
English to Urdu translators
- You will be required to have an excellent understanding of English and Urdu;
- Not only grasp the meaning of the languages but also know the best ways to present the words.