At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead digital news coverage and engage audiences across west Wales.
- Company: Join the trusted voice of Pembrokeshire, the Western Telegraph.
- Benefits: 25 days holiday, flexible options, career progression, and wellness perks.
- Other info: Dynamic newsroom environment with opportunities for growth and development.
- Why this job: Shape local stories that matter and make a real impact in your community.
- Qualifications: Experience in journalism with strong writing and editing skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
The Western Telegraph, the trusted voice of Pembrokeshire, is looking for a driven Digital Editor to lead our online coverage and grow our audiences across west Wales. The role includes digital oversight and editing support for several smaller sister titles in the region, helping to deliver consistent, high‑quality coverage across our portfolio of weekly titles – the Tivyside Advertiser, South Wales Guardian, Barry and District News and Penarth Times. This is a key role at the heart of our Haverfordwest newsroom, shaping how we report the stories that matter to our communities – from hard‑hitting local news and courts to breaking incidents, council decisions and strong human‑interest stories. The role requires occasional weekend work and is based at our Haverfordwest office, with the option for hybrid working.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the digital output day‑to‑day, leading the daily conference and presenting the news list to the regional editor
- Drive live and breaking coverage, ensuring we are fast, accurate and authoritative on major stories
- Editing and writing stories and ensuring high editorial standards
- Use data to inform decisions, spotting what works, what doesn’t and where the next opportunity lies
- Oversee content across our website, app and social channels and newsletters
- Support, coach and motivate reporters, helping them develop digital skills
- Build relationships with key contacts, organisations and readers, representing the brand in the community and online
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- A strong track record in local or regional journalism, with experience in a digital‑first newsroom
- Sharp news judgement and a clear understanding of what engages audiences in a competitive digital landscape
- Confidence in using analytics tools to guide content planning and improve performance
- Excellent writing, editing and headline‑writing skills, with a keen eye for accuracy and legal safety
- Experience of, or clear potential for, leading a team – from setting expectations and giving feedback to supporting colleagues in busy breaking news moments
- Familiarity with content management systems and social media platforms
- An NCTJ qualification or equivalent, with media law knowledge
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
