Assistant Digital Editor - Lead Weekend Desk & Growth

The Sun; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Discounted gym memberships

Electric Car scheme

Access to exclusive events

Wellbeing benefits

Generous pension scheme

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Job summary

A leading UK news organization is seeking an Assistant Digital Editor in Greater London to enhance digital content and grow audience engagement. The role involves high-level editorial decisions across various news sectors, focusing on maximizing presentation quality. Candidates should demonstrate strong digital production skills and an understanding of audience dynamics. This position offers a dynamic work environment with diverse responsibilities and the opportunity to lead editorial operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in a national title or fast-paced news environment is required.
• Understanding of The Sun's brand identity and how to translate that for digital.
• Identify content opportunities within Google Discover and social platforms.

Responsibilities

• Edit and polish stories for high standards of presentation.
• Make editorial calls across diverse subject areas.
• Oversee content quality and story angles.
• Manage homepage and content mix based on data.
• Lead digital operations during weekend shifts.
• Liaise with video and audience teams for storytelling.
• Manage push notifications for breaking news.

Skills

Proficiency in digital production

Understanding of brand identity

Ability to identify content opportunities

Experience using video storytelling

Calmness under pressure

Full awareness of media law

Flexibility in shift patterns

Job description

A leading UK news organization is seeking an Assistant Digital Editor in Greater London to enhance digital content and grow audience engagement. The role involves high-level editorial decisions across various news sectors, focusing on maximizing presentation quality. Candidates should demonstrate strong digital production skills and an understanding of audience dynamics. This position offers a dynamic work environment with diverse responsibilities and the opportunity to lead editorial operations.