Reporter - LancsLive (Maternity Cover) - Remote

Overview

We are looking for a Reporter to join our dynamic digital newsroom at LancsLive. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about local journalism and is hungry to find and report on the issues which matter most to our readers.

In Short

• Join a dynamic digital newsroom at LancsLive.
• Passionate about local journalism.
• Produce engaging digital content.
• Provide live coverage of breaking news.
• Conduct interviews and gather stories.
• Work shifts in varying patterns including weekends.
• Home based but ideally located in/around Lancashire or Manchester.
• Fixed term contract role for 12 months.
• Competitive salary and benefits offered.
• Support for flexible working arrangements.

Requirements

• NCTJ or equivalent journalism qualification.
• Up to date knowledge of UK media law.
• Proven experience in a regional or digital newsroom.
• Excellent storytelling techniques.
• Ability to drive for on-scene reporting.
• Expert knowledge of local issues.
• Superb social media skills.
• Ability to engage diverse audiences.

Benefits

• Pension scheme with matched contributions up to 6%.
• 25 days holiday per year, with additional days for service.
• Additional 'Giving back day' for community support.
• Enhanced family leave policies.
• Private Healthcare Cash Plan.
• Inclusive employer with diversity initiatives.
• Wellbeing support including a 24/7 EAP.
• Career development and learning opportunities.