Commissioning Editor, Guardian Labs

Guardian News and Media Limited; City Of London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent media organization in London seeks a Commissioning Editor for a 12-month contract to create and edit branded content from various contributors for print, digital, and social channels. The role involves collaborating with clients and agencies, ensuring content meets high editorial standards and aligns with organizational values. Ideal candidates should have experience in commissioning and a solid understanding of multimedia content. The position includes extensive benefits like annual leave, pension contributions, and wellbeing programs.

Benefits

30 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Generous pension scheme

Volunteering days

Health insurance options

Wellbeing classes

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to commission and edit a diverse range of content.
• Experience in advertising and client collaboration.
• Familiarity with data-driven content strategies.

Responsibilities

• Commission and create branded content across various formats.
• Collaborate with clients and advertising agencies.
• Attend pitches and present ideas to stakeholders.

Skills

Experience in print and digital commissioning/editing

Knowledge of social and multimedia content

Experience with production and content management systems

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Strong understanding of the Guardian's values

Tools

Web analytics tools

Job description

Responsibilities

Commissioning, researching, creating and editing branded content from a diverse range of contributors – from print and digital articles to social campaigns.

Working with influencers, journalists and agents on interviews and collaborations.

Working on advertising pitches to ensure high‑quality, varied ideas across all Guardian formats that adhere to Guardian values.

Using data to deliver the best for our audience and our clients.

Attending pitches and client meetings in person and remotely, including presenting ideas.

Working with clients, advertising agencies and the wider department to ensure work matches the high Guardian standard and values, and translates brand objectives into compelling content.

Qualifications

Experience in print and digital commissioning/editing in a features, news and/or commercial environment.

Demonstrable knowledge or interest in social and multimedia content.

Experience with production, sub‑editing and content management systems.

Experience of using web analytics tools.

Able to work in a fast‑paced environment, adapting to rapidly changing circumstances in order to meet production deadlines.

A strong understanding of the Guardian and what it stands for.

About this role

We are now looking for a Commissioning Editor to join the Guardian Labs team for a 12‑month fixed‑term contract or internal secondment. You’ll commission and produce branded content from a diverse range of contributors for Guardian channels, including print, digital and social.

You’ll work with clients, advertising agencies and the wider Labs team to translate brand objectives into compelling content in line with the Guardian’s values and editorial standards.

Benefits at the Guardian

You’ll have 30 days of annual leave per year (plus bank holidays) with the option to purchase an additional five days.

Our pension scheme is generous; if you contribute five percent we will contribute eight to twelve percent, depending on your age.

Employees are given two volunteering days annually and the option of payroll giving. Season‑ticket loans are also available.

You are entitled to life cover, income protection, and eye tests. You can also opt in to dental insurance.

We have enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave policies in place, as well as policies supporting IVF, menopause, baby loss and trans equality.

Culture and Wellbeing

We want everyone to feel like they belong at the Guardian and we champion diversity of thought.

Our various employee forums provide a platform to use their voice to foster an inclusive workplace.

We became the first major media organisation to achieve B Corp status.

We offer tools to help you prioritise your wellbeing, including access to our employee benefits platform which provides tailored support for health and wellbeing. In addition, we also offer free yoga and pilates classes, which run alongside our corporate gym membership and cycle‑to‑work scheme.

Our canteen has views overlooking Regents Canal and caters for breakfast, lunch and dinner.