Assistant Editor, Late Night Editorial · London

GB News; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking news organization as an Assistant Editor, where you'll shape engaging late-night programming. This dynamic role involves collaborating with talented presenters and producers to deliver compelling content that resonates with UK audiences. You'll oversee editorial development, ensure high standards, and react swiftly to breaking news. If you're passionate about journalism and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is your chance to make a significant impact in the world of late-night news broadcasting. Be part of an innovative team that values creativity and collaboration!

Benefits

Unique and innovative programming

Collaborate with top talent

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Strong background in broadcast journalism with editorial experience.
• Ability to manage a team under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee editorial development and production of late-night news programmes.
• Lead a team to generate original content and ensure high journalistic standards.

Skills

Broadcast Journalism

News Judgment

Leadership

Adaptability

Creativity

Tools

TV Production Workflows

Job description

GB News is Britain’s News Channel – a bold and fresh voice in UK broadcasting. We bring audiences the stories that matter, offering insight, analysis, and passionate debate across television, digital, and radio.

The Role:

We are looking for an Assistant Editor to take a leading role in developing and delivering compelling late-night programming. You will work closely with presenters, producers, and technical teams to shape the content and tone of our late-night output, including Headliners, our newspaper review show. This is a fast-paced and creative role that requires editorial sharpness, strong leadership, and a deep understanding of what engages UK audiences in the late-night news cycle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the editorial development and production of Headliners and other late-night news programmes
• Lead a team of producers and journalists to generate original and engaging content
• Ensure shows maintain high editorial and journalistic standards, aligned with GB News’ values and audience expectations
• React swiftly to breaking news and ensure late-night programming remains dynamic and up to date
• Collaborate with on-screen talent to refine content, scripts, and overall programme flow
• Work with technical and production teams to ensure smooth broadcasts
• Monitor audience engagement and feedback to continuously improve programming
• Assist in scheduling, forward planning, and ensuring compliance with Ofcom regulations

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience: Strong background in broadcast journalism, preferably in a senior production or editorial role
• News Judgment: Deep understanding of UK news, politics, and cultural issues, with the ability to shape engaging discussions
• Leadership: Ability to manage and inspire a team under tight deadlines
• Adaptability: Comfortable working in a fast-moving news environment, responding to breaking stories
• Technical Knowledge: Understanding of TV production workflows and live broadcasting
• Creativity: Ability to develop fresh ideas for engaging late-night programming

Why Join GB News?

• Work on unique and innovative programming in a fast-growing news organisation
• Collaborate with top talent in a dynamic and supportive environment
• Play a key role in shaping the future of late-night news broadcasting
• Competitive salary and benefits package