Assistant Production Editor (Homepage Editor)

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

Job summary

Join a leading media organization as an Assistant Production Editor, responsible for editing and maintaining the homepage across various platforms. The role involves collaboration with diverse teams and a commitment to high editorial standards. The Guardian values inclusivity and offers robust benefits including generous leave and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

27 days annual leave (+bank holidays)

Generous pension scheme

Private healthcare

Life cover

Income protection

Gym memberships

Cycle schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in editing homepages and articles.
• Significant newsroom experience at a national or international news organization.

Responsibilities

• Edit and maintain the Guardian's UK, Europe, and international homepages.
• Use analytics tools to inform content decisions.
• Collaborate with digital teams to optimize digital output.

Skills

Editing

Digital Tools

Analytics

Tools

Content Management Systems

Job description

Assistant Production Editor (Homepage Editor)

Join our team at The Guardian as an Assistant Production Editor (Homepage Editor). Be part of a diverse, inclusive global organization committed to fearless journalism, holding power to account. Our award-winning team includes journalists, digital experts, and industry professionals dedicated to making a difference. We offer a dynamic environment focused on career growth, training, and inclusivity.

About the Role

1. Edit and maintain the Guardian's UK, Europe, and international homepages on web and apps, following the guidance of the head of digital.
2. Ensure adherence to Guardian style and high standards for homepage quality and featured stories.
3. Send breaking news alerts as needed.
4. Oversee live blogs when required.
5. Use analytics tools to inform content decisions.
6. Collaborate with digital teams, newsdesks, section editors, design, visuals, video, community, and audience teams to optimize digital output.

About You

1. Experience in editing homepages and articles.
2. Significant newsroom experience at a national or international news organization.
3. Strong understanding of digital tools and content management systems.
4. Knowledge of analytics, search, and digital audience measurement.
5. Alignment with the Guardian's purpose and values.

We encourage applications from candidates who are BAME or from underrepresented groups in UK media.

How to Apply

Upload your latest CV and a cover letter explaining why you're interested and why you're a good fit.

Deadline: Wednesday 28th May 2025.

Benefits & Policies

27 days annual leave (+bank holidays), option to purchase 5 extra days. Generous pension scheme (employee contributes 5%, Guardian contributes 8-12%). Additional benefits include volunteering days, payroll giving, season ticket loans, private healthcare, life cover, income protection, eye tests, dental insurance, enhanced parental leave policies, IVF, menopause, baby loss, and trans equality policies.

Culture & Wellbeing

We foster diversity and inclusion through employee forums and are proud to be B Corp certified. Support tools include health and wellbeing resources, free yoga and pilates classes, gym memberships, and cycle schemes. Our canteen overlooks Regent's Canal and offers meals throughout the day.

Learning & Development

We support personal and professional growth through various tools, courses, and apprenticeships.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job functions: Writing/Editing, Other
• Industries: Publishing, Broadcast Media, Technology & Media