Late news editor

7 days ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom dmg Full time £30,000 - £60,000 per year

Late News Editor, Print (freelance)

Job Introduction

The i Paper is seeking an experienced news editor to oversee the late print newsdesk on a freelance basis. The role requires coordinating news copyflow for print, liaising with production colleagues about changes to print layout, and assisting senior editors on print splash packages.

This role is at the heart of The i Paper's busy print operation and requires a multi-tasker with strong news judgement, an eye for detail and a cool head.

We have shifts available for an immediate start and the core hours are 1pm to 10pm. These shifts will be worked in-house at The i Paper's HQ in London. Availability to help cover Sundays and Fridays is essential.

Job specifications are:

  • To work with the print news editor on ensuring smooth copyflow for print production throughout the afternoon and evening
  • To take sole charge of the late print newsdesk in the evening, taking responsibility for late changes to copy and any necessary alterations to the splash package
  • To oversee strength of print packages and suggest improvements where necessary to ensure high quality of print news pages
  • To help identify late breaking stories necessary for print, commission and coordinate
  • To keep senior editors briefed on developing stories, managing alterations to print splash packages where required

Skills and experience

  • Strong copy editing and writing skills are a must
  • Excellent people-management skills, and a proven ability to get the best out of experienced journalists
  • Experience of leading a team, and a desire to be leading from the front in a busy and demanding newsroom
  • A self-starter bursting with ideas and a track record in developing exclusive journalism
  • Two years' experience on a national or major regional newsdesk or news website
  • Strong news judgement – and an ability to spot news stories and make the case for them in conference or to individual editors
  • Ability to give direction, advice, and feedback to reporters
  • Approach the news agenda in a creative and original manner
  • A strong understand of the news agenda at home and abroad
  • Familiarity with AP Playbook or other content planning tools
  • Good knowledge of media law and The Editors' Code of Practice (IPSO)

THE I PAPER

The i Paper is the only national newspaper that's never supported a political party and it reaches more than [9.2] million readers each month in print and online. 

It is committed to delivering accurate, impartial news and intelligent debate, trusting readers to make up their own minds. It is the winner of 2024 UK Newspaper of the Year and is rapidly growing its digital subscriptions base, recently hitting [70k] total subscriptions.

Our Commitment

We are committed to increasing diversity and maintaining an inclusive workplace culture. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability.

We are Disability Confident Committed. Please let us know if you require any recruitment documentation in other formats or if you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process. Please be assured that any such information will be held separately to your recruitment application and will not be considered as part of the selection process.

  • News Editor

    6 days ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom CGTN Full time £40,000 - £60,000 per year

    Position:News EditorDepartment:CGTN Commentary Programming DepartmentContract:12-month renewable contractLocation:Beijing, China*This position is based in Beijing and opened to foreign passport holders only*About The Job:CGTN Commentary Programming Department is seeking experienced news editors to join its growing team of dedicated, passionate reporters,...

  • News editor

    20 hours ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Travel Gossip Full time £25,000 - £35,000 per year

    Travel Gossip is looking for a full-time News Editor to join its busy team.Knowledge of the travel industry is not essential, but the successful candidate will be organised, driven and enthusiastic, with a solid background in news reporting and news editing.The role:Working with the team, you will write and edit topical news stories for the Travel Gossip...

  • Politics News Editor

    2 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom The Telegraph Full time

    Role purpose and overviewThe Politics News Editor is a senior member of the home news editing team. They will be primarily responsible for working with the lobby team to identify and develop the main news stories of the day, and to generate ideas for and oversee the delivery of exclusive news stories.In this capacity, they will feed in to the National News...

  • News Editor

    2 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Royal Television Society Full time £30,000 - £60,000 per year

    50 hours per issue for 10 issues a year, starting January 2026.The Royal Television Society is looking for a news editor for its flagship magazine,Television. Published 10 times a year in print and digital versions,Televisionhighlights the best new shows and the talent that makes them, and offers in-depth coverage of current media debates. It also reports on...

  • Copy Editor for New Media

    5 days ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom CGTN Full time £40,000 - £60,000 per year

    *This position is based in Beijing and only open to foreign passport holders*Copy Editor for New MediaLocation:Beijing, ChinaFull time,12-month renewable contractABOUT THE JOBCGTN Digital is seeking an experienced copy editor to join its growing team of dedicated, passionate journalists in Beijing. The ideal candidate will have experience working accurately...

  • New Media Editor

    7 days ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom CGTN Full time £40,000 - £80,000 per year

    New Media Editor (Documentary)Location: Beijing, ChinaEmployment Type: Full-time, 12-month renewable contractEligibility: Open to candidates holding a foreign passportAbout the Role:Join CGTN Documentary, a dynamic and innovative team specializing in documentary content. As a New Media Editor you will play a pivotal role in creating compelling,...

  • News Editor, Digital Spy

    2 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Hearst UK Full time £40,000 - £60,000 per year

    Job DescriptionWe are the UK's leading premium publisher, home to iconic and influential media brands including Cosmopolitan, Esquire, Elle, Harper's Bazaar, and Country Living. At Hearst UK, we don't just create content — we shape culture.Our workplace is built on collaboration, creativity, and trust. We champion bold ideas, embrace innovation, and...

  • News Editor, Digital Spy

    3 days ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Hearst Full time £35,000 - £55,000 per year

    DescriptionWe are the UK's leading premium publisher, home to iconic and influential media brands including Cosmopolitan, Esquire, Elle, Harper's Bazaar, and Country Living. At Hearst UK, we don't just create content — we shape culture. Our workplace is built on collaboration, creativity, and trust. We champion bold ideas, embrace innovation, and...

  • News Editor, Vertical Video

    1 week ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom BBC Full time £60,000 - £75,000 per year

    JOB DETAILSJOB BAND: ECONTRACT TYPE: 12 month attachment/FTC, Full-timeDEPARTMENT: BBC NewsLOCATION: Salford or CardiffPROPOSED SALARY RANGE: £60,000- £75,000 depending on relevant skills, knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights.We're happy to discuss flexible working. If...

  • Editor

    6 days ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom The Film Crew Full time £40,000 - £60,000 per year

    Role:Videographer & Editor(Experienced)Job descriptionThe Film Crew is hiring ajuniorVideographer & Editor(Full-Time, Hybrid)We're a fast-growing creative production company working at the intersection of luxury branded content. From global campaigns to emerging talent, our work tells bold, meaningful stories — and we're looking for someone to help us tell...