Deputy Digital Editor - London, United Kingdom - Guardian News & Media

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Join our team at the Guardian and be a part of a diverse and inclusive global organisation that delivers fearless, investigative journalism, and holds power to account.

Our team of award-winning journalists, cutting-edge commercial professionals, and industry-leading digital experts are committed to making a difference and represent a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives.

We offer a challenging and exciting environment for career development, with a focus on training, growth and fostering an inclusive culture.


As
Deputy Digital Editor, you'll assist with running the day's digital output, working closely with desk editors and the digital editing team to respond in smart, imaginative ways to stories throughout the day, ensuring the Guardian's website and apps are the best showcase for our varied and innovative journalism.


About the Role

  • Deputise for the head of digital (live) as necessary and manage the team of homepage editors.
  • Manage the UK, Europe and International homepages on a daytoday basis.
  • Send breaking news alerts and oversee live blogs.
  • Work with design, visuals, video, community and audience teams to ensure the best possible expression of the Guardian's digital output.
  • Work with planning teams and different desks to schedule content and to ensure meticulous preparation for coverage of live news events
  • Attend planning and ideas meetings to ensure the Guardian's digital needs are reflected in commissioning decisions.

About You

  • Significant experience of a live newsroom, at a national, international, regional or local organisation
  • Strong interest in and awareness of national and international news
  • Understanding of the Guardian's digital presence and output
  • Experience of editing homepages and articles
  • Understanding and knowledge or analytics, search and other measurements of digital audience and targets
  • Strong record of creativity and innovation in digital journalism
  • Good knowledge of social media
  • Ideally, you'll have a demonstrable ability to bring a diverse perspective to this role

How to apply


To apply, please upload your latest CV and a cover letter which outlines why you'd love to take on this role, and why you're a great match for what we're looking for.


Benefits at the Guardian

Culture & Wellbeing
We want everyone to feel like they belong at the Guardian and we champion diversity of thought. Our various employee forums provide a platform to use their voice to foster an inclusive workplace.


You will also have the opportunity to hear unique insight from our journalists in our morning conference, a live discussion on the news story of the day.

We offer great tools to help you prioritise your wellbeing including free yoga and pilates. These run alongside our corporate gym membership and cycle to work scheme.


Learning & Development
We encourage personal and professional growth.

Employees have access to a broad range of tools and solutions, and we are happy to support the pursuit of professional qualifications through vocational courses and apprenticeships.


Our Working Environment
We take pride in our surroundings and are pleased to offer versatile meeting rooms and colourful communal areas. We have a brilliant canteen that caters to breakfast, lunch and dinner, with views overlooking Regent's Canal.


Additional Benefits & Policies
We offer 30 days annual leave per annum, plus an additional 5 day holiday purchase scheme. Our pension scheme is generous; if you contribute 5% then we will contribute 8-12% (depending on your age).

We believe in giving back, which is why employees are given 2 volunteering days annually and the option of payroll giving.

Season ticket loans are also available.

You are entitled to life cover, income protection, healthcare, sick pay and eye tests. You can also opt in to dental insurance.

We have enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave policies in place. We also support our employees by offering an IVF, menopause, baby loss, and trans equality policy.

Job Number

115

Location

London, United Kingdom

Business Area

Editorial

Employment Type

Full time

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