Night News Editor

The Telegraph

Night News Editor

Salary Not Specified

The Telegraph, City of Westminster

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 3 weeks ago, 25 Aug | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 6776d23b546f43af8d63d461fe297a92

Full Job Description

The Night News Editor is responsible for daily news coverage for the Telegraph website and newspaper during late shifts.,

  • Responsible for identifying, commissioning and editing stories for the website and newspaper.

  • Manages reporters and runs newsdesk and news section of website in absence of news editor.

  • Liaises with editor and other senior editorial staff over late breaking stories.

  • Creating plan to help morning newsdesk staff begin the day online.

  • Responsible for news content during late shifts.

    Previous experience of news editing, with the ability to recognise and prioritise news stories.

  • Excellent knowledge of current affairs.

  • Experience of working to tight daily deadlines.

  • Be familiar with and have experience of digital storytelling techniques, online publishing and SEO.

  • Have a good working understanding of social media channels.