Staff Writer, Live Science UK

Future plc; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Future plc as a Staff Writer for Live Science, where you'll cover a range of science topics through news and features. This remote role allows you to collaborate with experts, craft reliable content, and engage with audiences across various platforms. Ideal candidates will have excellent writing skills, a strong background in science, and a passion for storytelling.

Benefits

Uncapped leave

Profit-sharing bonus

Referral rewards

Wellbeing support

Share Incentive Plan

Qualifications

• Experience writing for the web required.
• Previous experience writing about science topics is essential.
• Desire to create visual science content for social media.

Responsibilities

• Write news and features for Live Science's main website.
• Fact/source check all articles and ensure they fit the house style.
• Work with Social Media Editor on short video and social posting.

Skills

Excellent written English

Knowledge of science topics

Ability to research and learn

Education

Degree in sciences

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the largest, and most successful brands at Future, and work alongside a team of passionate science enthusiasts. Live Science is run by a global team of experts who have a keen interest in science, health, archaeology, and more.

• You'll write for Live Science about all things science, planet earth, animals, archaeology, space, health and more
• You will write news and features, attend events, and contribute to our social and video channels
• You will be at the cutting edge of reliable, informative and trustworthy science journalism, working in a talented and passionate team

What you'll be doing

Our mission is to empower and inspire our readers with the tools needed to understand the world and appreciate its wonders. As Staff Writer you will contribute to all areas of the brand - from news to features on site, to short video, podcasts and social media. You'll cover a range of science topics, combining your first-class writing experience with expert quotes and research papers, to craft reliable, up to date content that appeals to anyone curious about science.

Reporting to the Editor-in-Chief, Live Science, you'll'

• Write news and features for Live Science's main website
• Upload articles to the CMS, finding appropriate images and related articles to link to
• Fact/source check all articles that you create, and ensure they fit Live Science's house style
• Work with our Social Media Editor on short video, social posting, and other off-site activity
• Interview and work with leading figures in science to make sure our features and news are informed by qualified experts, to provide trustworthy commentary on the biggest stories

Experience that will put you ahead of the curve

• Excellent written English, and knowledge of writing for the web
• Great knowledge of science topics, an ability to research and learn, and previous experience writing about the subject matter
• A desire to appear on social media to make visual science content for wider audiences
• An appropriate qualification or degree in sciences

What's in it for you

The expected range for this role is £25,000 - £27,000

This is a Remote based role.

… Plus more great perks, which include;

• Uncapped leave, because we trust you to manage your workload and time
• When we hit our targets, enjoy a share of our profits with a bonus
• Refer a friend and get rewarded when they join Future
• Wellbeing support with access to our Colleague Assistant Programmes
• Opportunity to purchase shares in Future, with our Share Incentive Plan

Internal job family level E7

Who are we…

We're Future, the global leader in specialist media. With over 3,000 employees working across 200+ media brands, Future is a prime destination for passionate people worldwide looking to consume trusted, expert content that educates and inspires action - both online and off - through our specialist websites, magazines, events, newsletters, podcasts and social spaces.

We've got ambitious plans that further build on our growth momentum and unlock new opportunities – and we're looking for driven people who want to be a part of it!

Our Future, Our Responsibility - Inclusion and Diversity at Future

We embrace and celebrate diversity, making it part of who we are.

Different perspectives spark ideas, fuel creativity, and push us to innovate. That's why we're building a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.

When it comes to hiring, we keep it fair and inclusive, welcoming talent from every walk of life. It's not just about what you bring to the table — it's about making sure the table has room for everyone.

Because a diverse team isn't just good for business. It's the Future.

Find out more about Our Future, Our Responsibility on our website.

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