Recruitment at Pulse Nigeria

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 position below:

Job Title: Senior Digital Sales Strategist

Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• Identify business opportunities and develop strategies to pitch solutions.
• Establish high-level contacts and follow the defined sales process.
• Close deals to meet revenue targets.
• Manage client relationships and provide excellent service.
• Collaborate with project teams to achieve customer goals.
• Maintain client engagement to identify upsell and new business opportunities.
• Develop internal strategies to strengthen market presence.
• Ensure smooth communication and processes across teams, focusing on Account Management.
• Contribute to team learning and knowledge sharing within the Nigerian team and across Africa.
• Stay updated on industry trends and competitive activity to innovate client solutions.

Requirements

• Degree in Communications, Marketing, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in sales or business development, preferably in Digital, Creative, Media, Marketing, SaaS, or Advertising industries.
• Creative thinker with a strong understanding of digital marketing.
• Proficient in digital marketing software like HubSpot.
• Knowledge of social media networks and media marketing methods.
• Excellent networking and key client relationship management skills.
• Entrepreneurial mindset and ability to work in a fast-paced, start-up environment.
• Strong communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with Zoho CRM is desirable.
• Portfolio of previous marketing projects.

Application Closing Date
5th May, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Producer

Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• Pulse is looking for a Producer to join the team.
• The role involves producing engaging video content for Pulse and its clients, from concept development to post-production.
• You will oversee ideation, scripting, shooting, and editing, collaborating with internal teams to ensure seamless execution.
• Additionally, you’ll manage project timelines, budgets, and legal aspects, while supervising a creative team and staying up-to-date with emerging technologies.
• You’ll also support the Head of Video with innovative strategies to drive company growth.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Produce highly engaging video content for Pulse.
• Develop and pitch creative ideas and concepts, choosing the appropriate media and style to meet the brand’s objectives.
• Oversee ideation, scripting, shooting and post-production for all Pulse client projects.
• With the use of AI, you will also script ideas and proofread it to the best output using precise prompts in AI softwares for all Pulse projects and Pulse client projects.
• Collaborate with operations/account management/sales team to ensure the seamless execution of all client campaigns.
• Oversee timelines for all Pulse client projects, ensuring videos are delivered to schedule.
• Coordinate a team of creative talents,technical crew, and other external resources to ensure effective workflows and processes.
• You will organise shooting schedules, obtain relevant permits when shooting on the field, and ensure compliance with relevant regulations and health and safety laws.
• You will be responsible for securing appropriate rights, licenses and clearances for video usage, image usage and soundtrack usage, and resolving all other factual or legal concerns.
• You will supervise post-production to ensure quality control, including proofreading and cross-checking facts, spelling, grammar, writing style, design pages, photos, images, sound, colour, etc.
• You will be accountable to a budget, managing costs at all stages of production to ensure the best value possible for Pulse.
• You will oversee video editors to ensure proper organisation and safekeeping of video footage and logs.
• You will keep abreast of emerging technologies in new media, particularly video and design programs such as Adobe Premiere Pro, InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, 3ds Max, After Effects and other programs from the Adobe Creative Suite.
• Support the Head of Video by actively proposing and helping to implement new and innovative strategies in order to meet and exceed the company’s overall revenue and profit targets.
• Be an ambassador for the Pulse brand by representing Pulse at events, taking on speaking opportunities,participating in panels and other discussions in the wider media and entertainment communities in your role.

Requirements

• Interested candidates should at least possess a FSLC qualification
• 3 – 5 years of experience in overseeing new media content and video production.
• Excellent writing and story development skills.
• Project management skills.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team.
• Ability to plan, organize, and manage resources to bring about the successful completion of specific project goals and objectives.
• Strong time management to ensure deadlines are met.

Application Closing Date
5th May, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualfiied candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Digital & Communications Associate, Pulse Africa

Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Contract

Job Summary

• We are looking for a dynamic Digital & Communications Associate to support its brand and corporate communication efforts.
• This role will manage the Google SGE project, assist in managing corporate digital channels, and ensure seamless internal communications.

Key Responsibilities
Manage the SGE Project:

• Execute Google SGE Action Plans: Implement all directives from the parent company related to Google SGE across affected platforms.
• Coordinate Cross-Functional Teams: Work closely with content, tech, SEO, and editorial teams to ensure smooth integration and alignment with Google SGE requirements.
• Monitor Performance & Compliance: Track implementation progress, analyze data, and ensure adherence to Google’s evolving guidelines.
• Stakeholder Communication & Reporting: Provide regular updates to leadership and relevant teams, highlighting key milestones, challenges, and optimizations.
• Risk Management & Troubleshooting: Identify potential issues with Google SGE updates, strategize solutions, and ensure minimal disruptions.
• Maintain Project Documentation: Keep detailed records of progress, testing results, and impact analysis for continuous improvement and future strategy.

Social Media Management:

• Manage and update Pulse’s corporate social media channels, ensuring consistency in branding and messaging.
• Curate and create engaging content, including LinkedIn posts, corporate blog articles, case studies, and executive thought leadership pieces.
• Monitor and report on social media analytics, providing insights to improve audience engagement.
• Assist in community management, responding to enquiries and comments, and fostering engagement on corporate platforms.

Communications & Cross-Functional Support:

• Assist in implementing internal communication strategies, including newsletters and employee engagement initiatives.
• Work with internal teams to source content (client testimonials, project highlights, case studies, employee relations, etc.) for corporate communications.
• Support planning and coordination for corporate events, industry summits, and Pulse’s presence at key industry engagements.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, or a related field.
• Good knowledge of Google SGE, ChatGPT, and other AI-driven tools,
• 1-2 years experience in communications, digital marketing, editorial or related field.
• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills, with the ability to create compelling corporate content.
• Experience managing social media platforms.
• Ability to analyse data and generate reports on digital performance and brand perception.
• Strong organisational and project management skills, with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in tools such as Canva, Google Analytics, social media scheduling tools, and content management systems (CMS).

Application Closing Date
9th April, 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 email.

Note: Females preferred.

Job Title: Senior Digital Sales Strategist, Pulse Sports

Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are for a Senior Digital Sales Strategist to join our 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 Account Management 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.

Requirements

• 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
5th May, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Event Sponsorship & Partnership Manager

Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are seeking a dynamic and results-drivenEvent Sponsorship & Partnership Managerto spearhead sponsorship acquisition and brand partnerships for our high-profile events.
• This role requires a strategic thinker with strong networking skills to identify, negotiate, and secure sponsorships that align with our brand’s vision.
• The ideal candidate will build and maintain long-term relationships with key stakeholders while maximizing revenue opportunities.

Key Responsibilities
Sponsorship Acquisition & Management:

• Identify, research, and approach potential sponsors and partners that align with our event goals.
• Develop compelling sponsorship proposals and presentations tailored to brand objectives.
• Negotiate and secure sponsorship deals, ensuring mutual value for both parties.
• Manage sponsorship deliverables and ensure all agreements are fulfilled before, during, and after events.

Strategic Partnerships:

• Build and nurture relationships with corporate brands, media partners, and industry leaders.
• Develop creative partnership opportunities that drive value for both parties.
• Collaborate with internal teams (marketing, sales, content) to enhance partner visibility and engagement.
• Stay updated on market trends to identify new partnership opportunities.

Event Planning & Execution:

• Work closely with all teams to integrate sponsors into event experiences.
• Ensure smooth execution of sponsorship activations, brand placements, and deliverables.
• Oversee on-site partner engagements and networking opportunities.
• Evaluate sponsorship impact and generate post-event reports for sponsors.

Revenue & Business Growth:

• Develop revenue strategies to maximize sponsorship income.
• Create new sponsorship packages tailored to different brands and budgets.
• Analyze competitor sponsorship models and identify growth opportunities.
• Maintain accurate records of sponsorship agreements, budgets, and revenue projections.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in sponsorship sales, business development, or partnerships.
• Proven track record of securing sponsorships and managing brand collaborations.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to create persuasive pitch decks and sponsorship proposals.
• Understanding of event marketing, audience engagement, and brand activations.
• Experience working in the media, entertainment, or event industries is a plus.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet revenue targets, and manage multiple projects.

Application Closing Date
5th May, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online