Dynamic Local Reporter & Digital Storyteller

Walesonline; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Private healthcare

Car lease scheme

Healthcare cash plan

Pension contributions up to 6% matched

Wellbeing support

Discounts via Yimbly marketplace

Flexible working

Job summary

WalesOnline is seeking an experienced journalist based in Wales (Cardiff hub) to write and develop stories about local communities. The role involves creating maps/graphics, hosting live Q&As, and authoring newsletters while ensuring all content adheres to the Editor’s Code.

A driving licence is a plus and flexibility for home/hub based work is offered. You should have an NCTJ or equivalent qualification, strong editing/writing/subbing skills, and be comfortable with SEO, newsroom analytics, and

Qualifications

• An experienced journalist with NCTJ or equivalent qualification and media law knowledge.
• Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong editing, writing and subbing skills with social media savvy and SEO knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Write and develop stories about local communities with great pictures and engaging videos.
• Create maps and graphics, host live Q&As, and author newsletters on engaging topics.
• Develop interactive content formats to differentiate from rivals while researching and publishing per the Editor’s Code.
• Identify breaking news quickly using social media.

Skills

Editing

Writing

Subbing

Social media

SEO knowledge

Interviewing

Deadline management

Education

NCTJ qualification or equivalent

Tools

CMS

WordPress

Job description

WalesOnline is seeking an experienced journalist based in Wales (Cardiff hub) to write and develop stories about local communities. The role involves creating maps/graphics, hosting live Q&As, and authoring newsletters while ensuring all content adheres to the Editor’s Code.

A driving licence is a plus and flexibility for home/hub based work is offered. You should have an NCTJ or equivalent qualification, strong editing/writing/subbing skills, and be comfortable with SEO, newsroom analytics, and