Weekend Live News Editor

News Corp UK & Ireland Limited; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Weekend Live News Editor to lead distinctive live coverage for a prominent news platform. This senior role demands a keen interest in current affairs and the ability to manage high-pressure situations effectively. You'll oversee the homepage, edit breaking news, and enhance digital content through visuals and graphics. Collaborating with various teams, you'll ensure that all output aligns with the brand's aesthetic while crafting impactful headlines based on data insights. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are passionate about journalism, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Experience as a digital news editor for a national newspaper or major digital news organization.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Manage workflow for homepage stories, ensuring timely publication and presentation.
• Oversee content placement on the homepage and sections, using data insights for effective headlines.

Skills

Digital News Editing

Presentation Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Knowledge of Social Media

Job description

Job Description

Weekend live news editor

The weekend live news editor is a senior position responsible for delivering distinctive live coverage for the Times and Sunday Times app and website during peak traffic days, Saturday and Sunday. They will ensure the quality of digital journalism, managing the homepage, editing live breaking news, and enhancing online copy, visuals, graphics, and videos. They must guarantee that all output aligns with the Times and Sunday Times aesthetics.

Day-to-day responsibilities include:

• Managing the workflow for homepage stories, including publication timing and presentation
• Overseeing content across sections and its placement on the homepage and section fronts
• Using data and digital insights to guide decisions and craft effective headlines
• Managing live blogs and coordinating different desks as needed
• Presenting stories, performance metrics, and decisions in news conferences
• Sending push notifications
• Maintaining productive relationships with editors, planning, production, and audience teams
• Collaborating with the planning editor to anticipate major stories
• Working a three-day, compressed schedule from Friday to Sunday, including long days on Saturday and Sunday

Candidate requirements:

• Experience as a digital news editor for a national newspaper or major digital news organization
• A keen interest in news, current affairs, and knowledge of lifestyle, culture, and sports
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy
• Strong presentation, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication skills
• Understanding of social media platforms for audience engagement
• Experience working collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams
• Knowledge of editorial compliance and regulatory standards