Report breaking news, court, community, and human-interest stories for digital, newsletter, and social media channels. Build contacts, develop exclusive stories, film and edit videos, create engaging content, and produce accurate journalism under tight deadlines. The role also involves representing local news titles at community events and working weekend, evening, and early morning shifts.
Are you passionate about finding great stories, breaking news first and making a real impact in your community?
We are looking for a motivated and ambitious News Reporter to join our award-winning Worcestershire newsroom.
Based in the historic cathedral city of Worcester, you'll cover some of the biggest stories affecting local people while also uncovering the unique tales that make our communities special. No two days are the same. One day you could be covering a major breaking news story, the next attending a community event, interviewing inspiring people or holding decision-makers to account.
As part of a supportive and fast-paced team, you will produce high-quality digital-first journalism for our websites, newsletters and social media channels. You'll play a key role in ensuring our readers are informed, engaged and connected to the issues that matter most.
We're looking for someone with strong news sense, excellent writing skills and a genuine enthusiasm for local journalism. Whether you're an NCTJ-qualified trainee looking for your first newsroom role or an experienced reporter ready for a new challenge, we'd love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
- Reporting on breaking news, court, community and human-interest stories
- Editing and filming videos for our news and social platforms
- Building contacts and developing exclusive stories
- Creating engaging content for digital and social platforms
- Producing accurate, compelling journalism to tight deadlines
- Representing our titles at events and within the community
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- A recognised journalism qualification
- Excellent writing and communication skills
- A strong understanding of digital and social media journalism
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team
- A full driving licence and access to a car
The role is based in Worcester and includes some weekend, evening and early morning shifts on a rota basis.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the UK's leading regional news publishers and help shape the future of local journalism in Worcestershire.
To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter explaining why you would be a great fit for the role. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
Benefits
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off
- Holiday buy scheme for extra flexibility
- Structured career progression & ongoing training
- Pension plan
- Employee Helpline counselling and advice
- Perks & discounts including:
- Gym membership
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Eye care
- Retail discounts
- Team building days & annual volunteer charity day
About
A name you can trust - we’ve been a part of your community for generations.LOCALiQ is the name for all that Newsquest Media Group does today, from trusted local newspapers and websites to digital marketing services that can help you reach new customers as you’ve never been able to before.LOCALiQ is the name that combines your trusted local news brand with digital marketing.It hasn’t replaced the name of your local Newsquest newspaper and its website, but it encompasses everything we can offer.Those services include online advertising and best-in-class digital marketing, backed by data gathered from our 1.5 million local campaigns and 45 million monthly users.Put our experts to work for you, and we believe you’re hiring the best marketing partner a business can have.
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