Assistant Editor

GB News; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

GB News is seeking an experienced Assistant Editor for The Late Show Live, our nightly news and current affairs programme broadcasting from London. You will help shape editorial content and support the Editor to ensure accuracy, editorial integrity, and a sharp, engaging tone.

The role requires leadership of the editorial team, scripting and sub-editing, rapid response to breaking news, and collaboration with on-air talent across UK and international desks.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior editorial role within a live news or current affairs broadcasting environment.
• Excellent editorial judgement and ability to shape compelling content under tight deadlines.
• Outstanding scriptwriting and sub-editing skills.
• Strong understanding of UK news, politics, and culture with awareness of international affairs.

Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Editor in editorial planning and production.
• Lead daily editorial meetings and guide producers, researchers and reporters.
• Write and edit scripts, headlines, and in-show graphics with accuracy and tone.
• React swiftly to breaking news and coordinate with UK and international teams.
• Collaborate with on-air talent to shape interviews, monologues, debates, and panels.
• Oversee integration of live reports, guest interviews, and video packages into the rundown.
• Ensure adherence to GB News editorial standards, legal and broadcasting regulations.
• Act as the point of contact for the UK editorial team across time zones and platforms.
• Deputise for the Editor when required.

Skills

Editorial leadership

Live news experience

Scriptwriting

UK politics knowledge

Team management

Breaking news handling

UK broadcast compliance

Job description

Proposed Hours or Days per Week - 40 hours pw

Location - London

About The Role

GB News is seeking an experienced and dynamic Assistant Editor to join The Late Show Live — our brand new nightly news and current affairs programme presented live from Washington DC. This flagship show delivers a unique perspective on UK and global news, offering fresh insight from the United States each night.

As Assistant Editor, you will play a key role in shaping the editorial content and direction of the programme. You will support the Editor in overseeing the editorial output, ensuring accuracy, editorial integrity, and a sharp, engaging tone that speaks directly to our audience.

This is an exciting opportunity to help drive a high-profile programme that covers major news stories from the UK, the US, and across the world, with energy, creativity, and a distinct voice.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Editor in the editorial planning and production of The Late Show Live, ensuring the programme is relevant, timely, and distinctive.
• Lead the daily editorial meetings and guide a team of producers, researchers, and reporters to develop compelling content and segments.
• Write and edit scripts, headlines, and in-show graphics with clarity and flair, ensuring editorial accuracy and tone.
• React swiftly to breaking news and major developments, coordinating with UK and international teams to deliver informed coverage.
• Collaborate with on-air talent to shape interviews, monologues, debates, and panel discussions.
• Oversee the integration of live reports, guest interviews, and video packages into the show’s rundown.
• Ensure adherence to GB News editorial standards, legal and compliance frameworks, and broadcasting regulations.
• Act as the point of contact for the UK editorial team, ensuring consistent output across time zones and platforms.
• Deputise for the Editor when required.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a senior editorial role within a live news or current affairs broadcasting environment.
• A deep understanding of UK news, politics, and culture — with a strong grasp of US and international affairs.
• Excellent editorial judgement with a strong track record of shaping compelling content under tight deadlines.
• Outstanding scriptwriting and sub-editing skills.
• Confidence in handling breaking news and rapidly evolving stories.
• Experience working with studio production teams, technical crews, and on-air talent in a live broadcast setting.
• Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to motivate and inspire junior staff.
• Flexibility to work late hours (live evening broadcast) and occasional weekends as required.
• Familiarity with digital news platforms and social media storytelling.
• Experience working in or reporting on transatlantic or international news environments.
• Knowledge of UK broadcast compliance (e.g., Ofcom guidelines).

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