Content/News Editor - Remote

Overview

We are looking for a Content/News Editor to join our newsdesk at KentLive. This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented senior reporter or news editor to step into a pivotal role directing a creative team of reporters.

You will play a key role in our strategy to continue to grow our audience at scale, to deepen our relationship with existing readers and to reach our underserved communities.

We’re looking for fresh ideas and new perspectives from people from a wide range of backgrounds, and we want you to tell us the stories you believe are important from our many communities so we can continue to diversify our content.

This role is home based in the UK however there will be monthly meetings at our Kent Office.

The ideal candidate will have good knowledge of the South East region.

In Short

• You will organise and manage the publishing of fresh, engaging and accurate content for KentLive.
• You will brief your team of reporters to deliver great content - including words, pictures, video, data and interactives.
• You’ll play a key part in launching live blogs for big stories.
• You will ensure the website and social media channels have compelling content.
• You will work to grow our loyal audience, focusing on newsletters and other engaging content.
• You will support and guide your team daily, weekly and monthly.
• This role will involve weekend and evening working.

Requirements

• You are an experienced NCTJ or equivalent senior qualified journalist.
• You have exceptional media law knowledge.
• You have a strong track record of telling stories accurately.
• You have a passion for digital storytelling.
• You have excellent accuracy and attention to detail.
• You have the skills to be a supportive people manager.
• You are social media savvy with an understanding of SEO and digital audience behaviour.
• You can create and edit accurate copy at pace.

Benefits

• Help saving for your retirement with a pension scheme.
• 25 days’ holiday per year with additional leave after years of service.
• Giving back day for supporting a cause close to your heart.
• Enhanced family leave including maternity, paternity, and adoption.
• Private Healthcare Cash Plan for medical expenses.
• Inclusive employer with events and programmes to celebrate diversity.
• Wellbeing support with a 24/7 employee assistance programme.
• Awesome career opportunities with support for learning & development.