Deputy News Editor — Science & Tech Strategy
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Job summary
New Scientist in London seeks an ambitious Deputy News Editor to commission and edit world-class science and technology news, shaping our coverage and strategy.
You will lead a team of reporters, drive exclusive investigations, manage editorial direction, and use data analytics to ensure everyday must-read stories without compromising high standards. This is a full-time role with three days in the London office.
Qualifications
- Significant editing experience in science or technology journalism.
- Ability to set editorial strategy for a news team.
- Proven track record with exclusives, investigations and breaking news.
- Experience using audience data to inform editorial decisions.
- Experience at a high-quality journalism brand.
Responsibilities
- Commission, edit and publish world-class science and technology news stories.
- Collaborate with reporters on exclusive, agenda-setting journalism.
- Line manage reporters with regular feedback and support.
- Set editorial direction and identify big story areas to go big on.
- Ensure must-read news stories every day.
- Be a senior editorial leader within the team.
- deputise for Executive Editor/News Editor when required.
- Experiment with different storytelling formats and approaches.
- Maintain New Scientist’s editorial voice.
- Use analytics to drive engaging journalism.
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Job description
New Scientist in London seeks an ambitious Deputy News Editor to commission and edit world-class science and technology news, shaping our coverage and strategy.
You will lead a team of reporters, drive exclusive investigations, manage editorial direction, and use data analytics to ensure everyday must-read stories without compromising high standards. This is a full-time role with three days in the London office.
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