Content Director for Local News

3 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Reach PLC. Full time
Our Mission

At Reach PLC, our mission is to deliver high-quality content to our audiences across multiple platforms. We strive to provide accurate, informative, and engaging content that resonates with our readers and listeners.

We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace, and we welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

About the Job:

  • Direct a creative team of reporters and producers to deliver high-quality content for our local brands
  • Produce content that meets our audience targets every month, prioritizing the stories of most interest to the biggest potential audience
  • Operate on a rotating shift pattern, including weekends and evenings

Responsibilities:

  • Manage and direct a team of reporters and producers to deliver high-quality content for our local brands
  • Develop and implement strategies to increase engagement and reach across multiple platforms
  • Monitor and analyze audience data to inform content decisions

Requirements:

  • Experience as a senior qualified journalist with exceptional media law knowledge
  • Strong track record of telling stories accurately, engaging large audiences with a real passion for digital storytelling
  • Sharp news sense, excellent accuracy, and attention to detail

Benefits:

  • A competitive salary of £45,000-£60,000 per year, depending on experience
  • 25 days' holiday per year, with additional leave after three, five, and ten years of service
  • Giving back day - an additional day's leave each year to support a cause close to your heart
  • Enhanced family leave - including maternity, paternity, and adoption - and you'll be eligible after just six months' employment
  • Private Healthcare Cash Plan - free health cash plan so you can claim back cash for a range of medical expenses
  • Wellbeing support - including a 24/7 employee assistance programme (EAP) for you and your nearest and dearest
  • Awesome career opportunities - you'll have support from your line manager and a range of learning & development programmes


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