Digital Producer / Reporter

DAZN Limited; Salford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media organization in the UK is seeking an experienced Digital Producer-Reporter to create impactful stories across various platforms. This role involves producing high-quality content, managing social media channels, and collaborating within a dynamic newsroom environment. The ideal candidate will have strong editorial judgment, video editing skills, and the ability to generate engaging story ideas. Join a team dedicated to expanding digital reach while maintaining journalistic integrity.

Qualifications

• Proven experience producing and reporting for broadcast or digital news.
• Ability to shoot and edit on location.
• Experience running or contributing to professional social media channels.

Responsibilities

• Produce and report packages to the highest editorial and technical standards.
• Generate creative, engaging story ideas for digital audiences.
• Manage 5 News’s social media channels.

Skills

Strong editorial judgement and journalistic instincts

Excellent understanding of social media trends

Strong writing skills

Creative and self-motivated

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Tools

Avid

Premiere Pro

iNews

Job description

We're looking for a creative Digital Producer‑Reporter who can make bold, distinctive stories resonate across every platform – from TikTok and YouTube to the 5 News studio. You'll spot the stories that get people talking, craft them with flair and accuracy, and deliver them in ways that connect with audiences across the UK. As Digital Producer‑Reporter, you’ll grow 5 News’s digital reach while keeping our trusted, human tone at the heart of everything you do. You work in the wider newsroom with a small digital team of three people.

Responsibilities

• Produce and report packages to the highest editorial and technical standards – both independently and as well as offering guidance and production to correspondents/reporters.
• Generate creative, engaging story ideas for digital audiences, some may have potential for linear as well as spotting and editing moments from the 5pm programme that are ripe for a digital audiences.
• Working with the digital team manage 5 News’s social media channels (including Facebook, Twitter/X, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube), ensuring all output reflects the voice and values of the programme.
• Identify moments from the show suitable for digital and social distribution, adapting tone, length and style per platform.
• Film, write and present short‑form and long‑form stories, both on‑screen and as voiceovers, for digital and broadcast use.
• Edit video on Avid and Premiere Pro, creating content in a variety of formats suited to each platform.
• Monitor and respond to social trends, providing insight to the wider newsroom and identifying stories or moments that could also make great television.
• Ensure all published content meets the highest standards of accuracy, legality, impartiality and taste, in line with Ofcom and ITN guidelines.
• Liaise with the press and communications team to distribute clips and stories that amplify the reach of 5 News.
• Analyse digital performance, producing regular engagement and performance reports.
• Research, select and edit archive or user‑generated content when appropriate.
• Plan and co‑ordinate coverage in line with 5 News’s editorial priorities.
• Maintain awareness of financial, compliance and health and safety responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Strong editorial judgement and journalistic instincts.
• Proven experience producing and reporting for broadcast or digital news.
• Excellent understanding of social media trends and platform algorithms.
• Video editing experience (Avid preferable, Premiere Pro essential).
• Strong writing skills – concise, accurate and engaging, adaptable for both scripts and captions.
• Ability to shoot and edit on location.
• Confident in front of camera or voicing reports.
• Experience running or contributing to professional social media channels for a news/media organisation.
• Knowledge of media law, Ofcom regulations and ITN compliance procedures.
• Creative, self‑motivated and able to work under pressure to tight deadlines.
• Calm, collaborative and adaptable within a fast‑moving news environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy and editorial integrity.

Desirable

• Experience using iNews or similar newsroom systems.
• Basic graphic design or motion graphics skills.
• Understanding of analytics tools and audience insights.
• Familiarity with 5 News’s tone and target audience (particularly 35‑54 demographic).
• Previous experience in both linear and digital news environments.