Role summary:

The Assistant News Editor role is a unique opportunity that would suit a journalist who is looking to take on the responsibilities of a digital newsdesk at a national news outlet. The Assistant News Editor will be passionate about making GB News a destination website for breaking news and agenda-setting exclusives, have a keen eye for typos and editorial style, and will be a versatile individual who is able to adapt depending on the priorities of GB News and the news agenda. They will be comfortable with being the on-duty editor overseeing the news team, working shift patterns between the hours of 7am and 11pm, across seven days a week. An excellent knowledge of media law is required.

Key responsibilities and main tasks:

▪ Editing and Proofreading

* Responsible for maintaining standards across GBNews.com when on shift, ensuring the homepage reflects the biggest stories of the day and those most of interest to our readers and viewers.

* Proofread content to identify errors in grammar, punctuation, and spelling before publication.

* Craft compelling headlines and associated SEO for all stories published.

▪ Collaboration:

* Acting as a team player who is willing to get stuck in to help the wider digital newsdesk fulfil their duties.

* Working cross-platform and liaising with the wider business as part of the “One GBN” strategy.

* Assisting linear staff with written copy, video and graphics when required to become a truly multimedia journalist.

▪Duty managing a team of reporters:

* Commissioning on-the-day stories and exclusive content, reacting to breaking news developments, and aiding with the co-ordinating forward-planning.

* Encouraging personal development of reporters, helping them to develop their journalistic skills and championing their successes.

▪ Reporting and writing:

* Leading from the front when required by producing copy for news stories and features.

* Writing clear, concise, and engaging articles on a variety of topics, adhering to the GB News editorial charter.

* Utilising Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to help boost the depth and breadth of GB News’s journalism.

▪ Analytics:

* Monitoring analytics to keep track of real time website performance.

* Relentless in using website and YouTube data to identify new trends and opportunities.

* Self-critical and reflecting on performance of stories post-publication to learn where GBNews.com can improve.

▪ Professional Development:

* Receive mentorship and guidance from the wider webdesk and linear newsdesk to support career development.

* Take on additional responsibilities and projects as assigned to broaden skill set and

professional experience.

▪Be an ambassador for GB News

▪Be committed to Health and Safety requirements of self and others in the workplace.

▪Be committed to the equality and diversity values of GB News.

What you will bring to GB News

GB News is committed to equality & diversity and welcomes applications from everyone regardless of background, origin, gender, religion, nationality, marital status, sexual orientation, or disability.

We value drive, professionalism and integrity and strive to ensure we hold ourselves and our partners to these qualities.

We’re positive thinkers with the resilience to thrive on rapid change and the strength of character to face challenges with good humour and determination.

Above all, we place people at the heart of all we do, whether it’s our audiences or each other.