Senior News Reporter (Maternity Cover) in London

Senior News Reporter (Maternity Cover) in London

London Full-Time 45000 - 55000 £ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
Media Search Inc.

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Report on AI developments, moderate events, and produce high-quality editorial content.
  • Company: Leading B2B media publisher in Business, Finance & Governance sectors.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, international travel opportunities, and a dynamic work environment.
  • Other info: Exciting chance to engage with industry leaders and enhance your career.
  • Why this job: Join a forward-thinking team and shape the future of journalism with AI.
  • Qualifications: 3+ years in journalism, strong writing skills, and AI fluency required.

The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.

My client is a specialist B2B media and business intelligence publisher within the Business, Finance & Governance sectors. Due to increasing demand, a new role for a Senior Reporter with an AI focus has been created.

The senior reporter (content & events) will be responsible for:

  • Reporting on the latest developments affecting their audiences.
  • Moderating events and webinars.
  • Producing editorial content on the discussions.
  • Improving the frequency and quality of their output.
  • Building the systems that allow a small team to produce timely, error-free editorial content to a high standard.

Ideally, the person will have knowledge of AI and automation to improve their systems and processes.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Researching, analysing, writing, and editing high-quality copy every day, across concise updates.
  • Developing and maintaining relationships with our community and editorial board to ensure coverage remains relevant to the evolving needs of our audience.
  • Exercising editorial judgment and reviewing content to ensure everything produced is publishable, error-free, and credible.
  • Reviewing and editing the work of colleagues and external expert contributors, bringing it up to publication standard.
  • Managing automation, artificial intelligence, and editorial systems.
  • Implementing systems that improve the efficiency and quality of reporting from monitoring developments and drafting copy to automating outreach.
  • Developing and owning the editorial policy governing the use of artificial intelligence, including its permitted uses, prohibited uses, disclosure standards, and accountability.

Live journalism responsibilities include:

  • Moderating in-person events, including international travel, across formats such as one-day conferences, half-day workshops, and award evenings.
  • Conducting and presenting video interviews with senior figures and hosting content across various formats, including podcasts.
  • Producing one long-form video interview each month, known as a ‘masterclass’, providing subscribers with deep insights to help them in their roles.
  • Conducting video interviews and vox pops at award events to showcase award winners.

Requirements:

  • Three or more years’ experience in journalism, including B2B or trade media.
  • Superior writing and editing skills, with strong storytelling, a keen eye for detail, and a record of producing clean, error-free copy to tight deadlines.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with experience moderating events and interviewing senior leaders.
  • Practical media law knowledge and experience in overseeing published materials.
  • Demonstrable AI fluency and experience in building AI tools for editorial work.
  • A genuine interest in artificial intelligence and its role in publishing.

Senior News Reporter (Maternity Cover) in London employer: Media Search Inc.

Media Search Inc. is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of London where creativity and innovation thrive. With a strong focus on employee growth, we provide ample opportunities for professional development alongside a competitive benefits package, ensuring our team members feel valued and supported in their roles. Join us to be part of a collaborative culture that champions work-life balance through hybrid working arrangements, making it an ideal place for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the tech event marketing space.

Media Search Inc.

Contact Details:

Media Search Inc. Recruitment Team

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Journalism
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