Print Audience and Content Editor

Newsquest; Southampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Newsquest Media Group is hiring a Print Audience and Content Editor to work in their South West newspaper print production hub. The role involves editing and designing pages for flagship titles such as the Bournemouth Echo and requires proficiency in copy editing and design skills. Ideal candidates should be flexible working in a fast-paced environment and be ready for various shifts.

Qualifications

• Experience working as a sub-editor or page designer in a newspaper advantageous.
• Flexible for early, late, and weekend work on a rota basis.

Responsibilities

• Allocate, edit, and send pages ready for publication on flagship titles.
• Work on subbing and designing pages in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Editing

Design

Flexibility

Positive attitude

Job description

Print Audience and Content Editor

Application Deadline: 27 June 2025

Department: Editorial

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Southampton

Reporting To: Benjamin Fishwick

Description

Newsquest Media Group is looking for a Print ACE (Audience and Content Editor) to work on subbing and designing pages across our daily and weekly titles in our South West newspaper print production hub.

Key Responsibilities

This role will see you allocate, edit and send pages ready for publication on our flagship titles in the region, including the Bournemouth Echo, the Falmouth Packet in Cornwall, and the Isle of Wight County Press.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

You will ideally be well-versed in editing copy while also possessing design skills to work on our front pages, ensuring they stand out on newsstands. It’s a fast-paced working environment with plenty to do, so being flexible for early, late, and weekend work on a rota basis—and having a positive attitude—is key.

Experience working as a sub-editor or page designer in a newspaper is an advantage.

The role can be in any of our South West offices or home-based.

To be considered, please send your CV and cover note by clicking Apply Now.