Investigative Reporter, Specialising in China Influence in the UK

Cision Jobs; Greater London; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable media outlet is seeking an Investigative Reporter focusing on UK-China relations. This role offers an opportunity to make a significant contribution in an under-reported field while working in a newly-established newsroom in central London. Candidates must possess substantial experience in investigative reporting and proven skills in producing impactful stories. Competitive salary and remote-working options available.

Qualifications

• Substantial professional experience as a full-time investigative reporter.
• A proven record of producing well-written, accurate stories to deadline.
• Experience in tracking down original stories.

Responsibilities

• Discover, pitch, and craft stories of national relevance.
• Develop and curate a portfolio of investigative story prospects.
• Conduct on-the-ground reporting and interviews.

Skills

Strong writing skills

Story pitching

In-depth research

Interviewing skills

Education

NCTJ qualification or equivalent

Job description

Investigative Reporter, Specialising in China Influence in the UK

Employer: London, Westminster (Remote-working positions may also be available. Please inquire)

Salary: £40-50k per year

Closing date: Apr 21, 2024

We are looking for an investigative reporter to join our newly-established newsroom in central London, with a primary focus on UK-China relations and the influence of the Chinese Communist Party in Britain.

This is a genuinely exciting opportunity to be part of building something new, as we expand our highly successful model of journalism, rooted in ‘truth and tradition’, to British readers.

It is also a chance to make a real contribution in an under-reported field, to unearth stories of real significance, with a newspaper synonymous for fearless, comprehensive and ground-breaking reporting on China.

About Us

The Epoch Times is an international outlet grounded in tradition. It was established in 2001 by Chinese journalists resisting communist oppression and later expanded to 21 languages with bureaus around the world.

Whilst our China coverage has always been a natural strength, we aim to provide comprehensive coverage of all the important news to our readers around the world.

Before ‘cancel culture’ and ‘fake news’ were coined, our Chinese-American founders were only too familiar with media manipulation, censorship, and ideological infiltration. So when the recent news storms hit— the pandemic, lockdowns, cancel culture, online censorship, the influence of radical ideologies, creeping CCP influence, and so on— our ability to guide readers through the chaos was already hard-wired into our journalism.

We are now a household name across America, where we are the fastest-growing media outlet, with a rapidly expanding print and digital subscriber base, and a growing force in Canada, Australia and Britain.

Key Responsibilities

• Discover, pitch, and craft stories of national relevance.
• Develop and curate a portfolio of in-depth and investigative story prospects.
• Cover occasional beat news and contribute to assigned stories.
• Conduct on-the-ground reporting and interviews, attending events as required, and build up contacts.
• Help develop in-depth and investigative projects across the team.

We are looking for candidates with

• Substantial professional experience as a full-time investigative reporter.
• A proven record of being able to produce well-written, accurate stories to deadline.
• A proven record of tracking down original stories and finding fresh angles.
• A record of producing in-depth and investigative work.
• An NCTJ qualification or equivalent, or proven substantial experience as a senior reporter.
• Familiarity with UK China-related issues and foreign policy.

Applications

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