Media Editor

UNAVAILABLE; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday per year

Work from anywhere up to 3 weeks ayear

Flexible working hours

Pension

Health cash plans

Job summary

Campaign is seeking a Media Editor to lead UK coverage of the commercial media industry across digital, audio, video and live platforms. The role delivers high-quality journalism, develops editorial strategy and reports to the Deputy Editor.

You will line manage the Deputy Media Editor and work to grow Campaign's audiences, with a focus on audience insight and new formats for content. Hybrid role based in Twickenham, Greater London.

Qualifications

• Significant experience as a journalist/editor in a respected publication.
• Proven ability to produce high-quality journalism across digital and multimedia.
• Strong industry contacts and ability to generate exclusive stories.

Responsibilities

• Lead Campaign's media coverage across digital, audio, video and live platforms, delivering high-quality journalism that informs and engages audiences.
• Write news, analysis, features and opinion content covering key developments and trends in the commercial media industry.
• Commission stories for Campaign's daily Media bulletin.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with media owners, agencies and technology platforms to identify exclusive stories and opportunities.

Skills

Strong writing

Editorial judgement

Story development

Relationship building

Podcast hosting

Analytics & audience insight

Editorial strategy

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Media Editor

Brand: Campaign

Reporting To: Deputy Editor

Direct reports: Deputy Media Editor

Location: Twickenham, Greater London

Hybrid: 3 days per week in the office, 2 days working remotely

Employment: Permanent, full-time

Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 per annum

ABOUT THE JOB

Working within Campaign

Campaign is the leading brand for the UK marketing, advertising and media industries, delivering trusted journalism, insight, analysis and opinion across digital, audio, video, live events and data. The editorial team produces high-quality content that informs, challenges and engages the industry and reinforces Campaign's market-leading reputation.

The Role

• The Media Editor will lead Campaign's coverage of the UK commercial media industry across digital, audio, video and live platforms, delivering high-quality journalism and insight that informs and engages Campaign's audiences.

• The role will develop and deliver a strong editorial strategy for media coverage, building Campaign's reputation as a trusted source of insight for media owners, agencies and technology platforms.

• The Media Editor will line manage the Deputy Media Editor, supporting their career and editorial development.

• Through agenda-setting journalism, analysis and multimedia content, the role will support audience growth and strengthen Campaign's position as the leading voice for the media industry.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Editorial Strategy & Content Development

• Lead Campaign's media coverage across digital, audio, video and live platforms, delivering high-quality journalism that informs and engages audiences.

• Write news, analysis, features and opinion content covering key developments, trends and challenges across the commercial media industry.

• Commission stories for Campaign's daily Media bulletin.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with media owners, agencies, and technology platforms to identify exclusive stories and emerging opportunities.

• Use audience insight, analytics and market intelligence to shape content strategy.

• Develop ideas for new editorial formats, products and premium content propositions that serve the media community.

Audience Growth & Multimedia

• Lead the development and performance of Campaign's media channels, including the daily media bulletin and other audience-focused content initiatives.

• Support the planning and execution of The Campaign Podcast.

• Monitor audience performance and use data and feedback to improve content engagement and reach.

Industry Engagement, Events & Commercial Collaboration

• Represent Campaign within the media industry, building strong relationships with senior stakeholders, contributors and partners.

• Play a leading editorial role in Campaign's media-focused live events, working closely with Haymarket's Events, Awards, Commercial and Content Labs teams.

• Identify opportunities for new products, events and industry initiatives that support audience growth and business objectives.

• Collaborate with commercial teams to support sponsored content, events and partnerships while maintaining editorial independence and integrity.

Key Relationships

The Media Editor works closely with the Editor, Deputy Editor, News Editor and wider Campaign team to deliver an engaging editorial strategy that drives audience growth. They also collaborate with Haymarket's Events, Commercial, Content Labs, Studio and Audience teams and maintain strong relationships with media leaders, contributors and industry partners.

Skills / Experience / Knowledge / Minimum Criteria

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Knowledge

• Strong understanding of the commercial media industry, including media owners, agencies, technology platforms and key market developments.

• Knowledge of digital publishing, multimedia formats and evolving audience behaviours across online, audio and video platforms.

• Understanding of editorial standards, media law and maintaining journalistic integrity.

• Awareness of audience analytics, content performance metrics and how they can inform editorial decisions.

• Understanding of the relationship between editorial, commercial, events and audience teams within a B2B media environment.

Skills

• Excellent writing and editorial judgement skills, with the ability to produce accurate, engaging journalism to tight deadlines.

• Strong ability to generate original story ideas, develop exclusive content and provide insight into complex industry developments.

• Excellent relationship-building skills, with the ability to build trusted contacts across the media industry.

• Confident presenter and communicator, with the ability to host podcasts, interview contributors and represent Campaign at events.

• Ability to use audience insight, analytics and market knowledge to shape content strategy.

• Creative and innovative approach to developing new content formats, products and audience propositions.

Experience

• Significant experience as a journalist, reporter or editor within a respected publication, ideally covering media, advertising, marketing or related industries.

• Proven experience producing and commissioning high-quality journalism across digital and multimedia platforms.

• Strong track record of developing industry contacts and generating exclusive stories and insights.

• Experience appearing on podcasts, video content or other multimedia formats.

• Experience representing a publication at industry events, conferences or panels.

• Experience collaborating with commercial teams and external partners while maintaining editorial standards.

About You

• Passionate about journalism and editorial excellence.

• Curious and proactive, with strong industry knowledge and story instincts.

• Audience-focused, using insight to shape content decisions.

• Creative and innovative, with a desire to develop new ideas and formats.

• Collaborative, adept at building strong relationships across teams and industry contacts.

• Adaptable and organised, able to manage competing priorities.

• Confident and credible, able to represent Campaign within the media industry.

• Committed to editorial integrity and high standards.

What Success Looks Like

• Delivery of high-quality media journalism across Campaign platforms.

• Development of strong relationships and influence within the media industry.

• Audience and engagement growth for Campaign's media bulletin, media content channels and podcast output.

• Successful editorial support of media events, awards and initiatives.

• Contribution to new editorial products, formats and audience propositions.

• Strong collaboration with editorial, commercial, events and Content Labs teams.

• Maintaining Campaign's reputation as a trusted and influential voice within the media industry.

Additional Information

Why work with us at Haymarket?

Haymarket Media Group values its people and strives to shape a better future with remarkable content. From paid content and subscription services; to integrated advertising and content marketing packages. We deliver market-leading branded experiences that inspire great decisions. From data and digital information solutions to live events, awards and professional education services.

Our benefits include:

Our Company benefits:

• 25 days holiday per year excluding bank holidays (increasing 1 day per year of service up to 30 days)

• Work from anywhere in the world for up to 3 weeks of the year with our 'Work from Anywhere' days

• Flexible working hours (core hours from 10-3) allowing you the flexibility to adapt your work schedule to your personal commitments

• Generous contributory pension scheme

• Health Cash Plans: With our health cash plans, you can access a range of healthcare benefits, including coverage for medical expenses, dental care, optical services, and more

Disability Confident Employer

We are a Disability Confident employer and offer guaranteed interviews to all disabled applicants who meet the above minimum criteria.

To be considered as part of this initiative, please ensure you indicate if you have a disability when applying for the post. If you need any reasonable adjustments to enable you to fully participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail].

More about Haymarket

Working here means being part of a commitment to shaping a better future. As a proudly Certified B Corp, we are part of a global movement of businesses acting as a force for good. Haymarket Impact is focused on making a positive difference globally, guided by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and intertwined with an unwavering commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. This commitment to balancing profit with purpose is deeply embedded in our culture, reflected in our values of Integrity, Respect, Creativity, Innovation, and Expertise.

We invest heavily in our people. From professional development and internal training to mentorship and coaching. Our certified Disability Confident status has fostered an environment where all employees feel supported, valued, and can ask for workplace adjustments without fear of judgment.

Our valuable partnerships for good globally mean colleagues are always up for taking on a new charitable challenge, utilise their volunteering day and go out of their way to support their local communities.

We know how important a healthy work-life balance is too. Our flexible hours and hybrid working model means employees are expected to be in the office at least three days a week and can work remotely for the remaining two. This means we thrive together when we collaborate in person, fostering stronger connections and creativity, but still allowing for flexibility outside of those times.

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Join us and be part of award-winning teams and a culture that is truly unique - a place to grow, feel inspired, build a brilliant career and make a difference.