Chief Sub-Editor - 12M FTC - Sky News

This senior editorial role will put you at the sharp end of Sky News journalism across Sky\’s web and app. As a Chief Sub Editor for Sky News website and app, you will have the power to influence the day\’s news agenda and lead among our rivals. You must be a dynamic journalist, with a flair for headline writing, the ability to spot a top line, and a critical eye. You\’ll use your skills to break stories, sub and edit stories from straight newsleads to gripping features and investigations. You will also have the ability and ambition to step up and news edit the Sky News website and app. This is a shift‑based role with an average 9‑day fortnight.

What You\’ll Do

• Sub and polish news stories which will be read by millions of people around the world
• Write great headlines and choose the best pictures
• Break stories and send push notifications
• Ensure the home page showcases the best of our journalism, with an engaging mix of content
• Form the last line of defence against legal and editorial mistakes
• Provide constructive feedback to reporters and help manage the performance of freelancers
• Master the CMS and be ready to learn new tools
• First class writing skills, a flair for headline writing, a great eye for a story and a passion for news
• The ability to work calmly and retain good judgement in a consistently high‑pressure environment while juggling differing demands
• Experience handling big breaking‑news scenarios
• The organisational ability and mental agility to keep on top of lots of different strands of moving facts simultaneously
• The judgement to protect our brand while maximising audience numbers
• Hands‑on experience of content management systems, Photoshop and video production tools

About Sky News

In the UK, Sky News is a compelling alternative to the public service broadcasters and opinion‑driven news outlets, reaching one in three people every month. Across the world, we are one of the most‑followed English language news brands on social media, bringing award‑winning British journalism to a global audience. Sky News is part of Sky, one of Europe’s leading media and entertainment companies, owned by Comcast Corporation.

Benefits

• Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place
• A generous pension package
• Private healthcare
• Discounted mobile and broadband
• A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences

Office Base: Osterley

Our Osterley campus is a 10‑minute walk from Syon Lane train station. You can also hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Chiswick Park, Gunnersbury, Acton Town and Ealing Broadway tube stations. There’s also plenty of parking, bike shelters and showers. On campus you’ll find six subsidised restaurants and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed and even get pampered at our beauty salon.

Inclusion & Flexibility

We take pride in our approach to diversity and inclusion: we’ve been recognised by The Times and Stonewall for this, and we’ve committed £30 million to support the fight against racial injustice. We’ve also set ambitious targets for increasing ethnic diversity and representation throughout our organisation. At Sky we don’t just look at your CV. We’re more focused on who you are and the potential you’ll bring to Sky. We also know that everyone has a life outside work, so we’re happy to discuss flexible working. And we’ll do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, speak to our recruitment team who will be happy to support you.

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