Senior Reporter

Newsquest Media Group; Christchurch; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media company is seeking a dynamic Senior Reporter to join their team in Bournemouth. The role involves generating original story ideas, conducting research, and writing engaging articles for print and digital platforms. The ideal candidate will have strong writing skills, a senior qualification, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to community journalism and engage with local issues.

Qualifications

• Must have 100wpm shorthand.
• Strong understanding of journalistic principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and pitch original story ideas.
• Conduct thorough research and interviews.
• Write clear and engaging articles.

Skills

Excellent writing and editing skills

Attention to detail

Creativity and innovation

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Education

Senior qualification

Job description

Senior Reporter

Application Deadline: 20 May 2025

Department: Editorial

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Bournemouth

Reporting To: James Johnson

Description
The Bournemouth Echo is seeking a dynamic and dedicated senior reporter to join our vibrant team.
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a hardworking and committed group of journalists who are passionate about supporting our community and delivering the stories that truly matter to our readers.

Key Responsibilities

• Generating stories: Develop and pitch original story ideas that resonate with our readers and reflect the diverse interests of the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole areas.
• Reporting: Conduct thorough research, interviews, and investigations to produce accurate, balanced, and compelling news stories.
• Writing: Write clear, concise, and engaging articles for both print and digital platforms, adhering to our editorial standards and deadlines.
• Multimedia Content: Utilise your multimedia skills to create and edit video content, enhancing the storytelling experience for our audience.
• Community Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with local contacts, sources, and community leaders to stay informed about important issues and events.
• Collaboration: Work closely with editors, photographers, and other reporters to ensure comprehensive coverage of news stories.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on industry trends and best practices, continuously improving your journalism skills and knowledge.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Senior qualification, including 100wpm shorthand
• Excellent writing and editing skills, with strong attention to detail
• A strong understanding of journalistic principles and practices
• Excellent working knowledge of relevant media law and adherence to the Editors' Code of Conduct are vital to fulfilling the functions of the role
• Creativity and innovation, with a willingness to experiment with new approaches and techniques
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Must have a clean driving licence and a car

About Newsquest Media Group

We are a media company with a difference. We are committed to bringing a voice to your region by investing in a passionate team of journalists who proudly serve their communities by sharing authoritative news that readers trust. Our sales teams provide local businesses with highly responsive digital advertising and marketing solutions.

We are one of the largest regional news publishers in the UK and have a portfolio of more than 250+ local news brands and magazines online and in print. With an online audience of 41 million users a month and 7 million readers a week in print, our content is read by a substantial proportion of the UK population.

In addition to our local news brands, we own a number of digital pure play and specialist media businesses such as s1jobs and s1homes, Exchange & Mart, and Newsquest Specialist Media. We also own LOCALiQ, an award-winning digital marketing agency that specialises in driving more leads, increasing online growth and generating return on marketing investment on behalf of thousands of UK SMBs.