Digital Local News Journalist — East England

BBC; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent media organization is seeking a motivated online journalist to help shape its digital agenda. Located in Ipswich, the successful candidate will produce compelling local news content and engage diverse audiences through innovative storytelling. Essential criteria include strong editorial judgement, the ability to write concise copy quickly, and familiarity with social media. This role includes weekend and flexible working options, providing a dynamic environment for a driven individual eager to make an impact.

Qualifications

• Sound editorial judgement under pressure.
• Ability to write clean, accurate and concise copy.
• Familiarity with social media in a news context.
• Strong media law knowledge, including court and inquest coverage.
• Keen eye for imagery and basic photo editing.

Responsibilities

• Produce local news content for the BBC website.
• Originate and produce stories for digital and audio platforms.
• Collaborate with colleagues for multi-platform journalism.
• Develop investigation and feature ideas reflecting diverse life.
• Tailor news treatments for different audiences.
• Deliver quality content to tight deadlines.
• Adapt to technology and digital environment.

Skills

Editorial judgement

Writing clean and concise copy

Familiarity with social media

Strong media law knowledge

Eye for strong imagery

Tools

Optimo (online publishing platform)

Job description

A prominent media organization is seeking a motivated online journalist to help shape its digital agenda. Located in Ipswich, the successful candidate will produce compelling local news content and engage diverse audiences through innovative storytelling. Essential criteria include strong editorial judgement, the ability to write concise copy quickly, and familiarity with social media. This role includes weekend and flexible working options, providing a dynamic environment for a driven individual eager to make an impact.