Features & Lifestyle Publisher: 4 month fixed-term contract

Job DescriptionRole purpose and overviewPublishers ensure that Telegraph content is of the highest quality. You will sub-edit and build articlesacross all Features & Lifestyle desks, interrogating copy and ensuring it is tight and accurate, and optimise pieces for audience, platforms and search.Working in a fast-moving and often pressurised environment, you will be capable of publishing numerous articles a day with accuracy and flair. You will use video, pictures and graphics creatively to make articles visually engaging and should be able to write strong headlines and brilliant standfirsts and captions.Publishers also sub, build and send newsletters, and develop simple visuals. The role also involves acting up on the rota as required.This role will report into the Features & Lifestyle Chief Sub.Key responsibilitiesSub copy to ensure it is accurate, clear and conforms to house styleProactively raise questions and flag errors with senior publishers and commissionersEnsure headlines and furniture are sharp and digital friendlyMake use of the best video, pictures and other visual assetsFollow direction of Head of Publishing and Lead Publishers to ensure priorities and deadlines are met and that content is optimised for a digital audienceSupport Lead and Senior Publishers in challenging and collaborating with commissionersHave an understanding of performance data to learn what works best for a digital audienceWork with SEO to ensure articles perform across searchExecute and follow plans set for longer term series and special projectsGenerate creative solutions to presenting, publishing and promoting content online (e.g. social collabs, app sells, newsletters etc.) when requiredSource data to commission graphics and illustrations when requiredSub, build and send department newsletters when requiredRun live blogs when requiredKey skillsExperience sub-editing stories for digital platformsExperience of working in Features & LifestyleQuick, accurate subbing and writing of headlinesDigital publishing skills including knowledge of visual storytelling and a brilliant eye for photography as well as creative flair for info boxes, polls, graphics, etcEnthusiasm and imagination for presenting stories digitallyAble to respond well under pressure and adhere to strict deadlinesUnderstanding of SEO and promotion platformsFamiliarity with using content management systems for digital publishingStrong news sense and judgmentOur benefitsThe nature of our industry means life at the Telegraph Media Group is fast-paced, demanding, and interesting. We also want it to be rewarding for everyone who works here by creating a suite of benefits that contribute to lifestyle choices and leisure activities. From dynamic working opportunities, medical cover, and parental leave (six months fully paid maternity leave and enhanced paternity/partner leave), to life assurance and season ticket loans, you can choose from a range of flexible benefits, designed to support your lifestyle and help you achieve a healthy work-life balance. Training and developmentWith support from your manager and colleagues, you'll also have access to a variety of training and development opportunities through The Academy. Covering a range of personal and professional skills, our courses enable you to develop an enjoyable and rewarding career.Our commitment to inclusionAt Telegraph Media Group, we foster a diverse and inclusive workplace and we are committed to building a team that reflects a wide variety of skills, perspectives and backgrounds. We believe in equality of opportunity and welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We are proud to be a Level 3 Disability Confident Leader as part of the government's Disability Confident Scheme. If you are disabled or have a long-term health condition and would like support in applying for any of our roles or if you require any reasonable adjustments in the recruitment process with us, please make us aware.To find out more about Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging at Telegraph Media Group, and for more information on our purpose, beliefs, and people values, please visit our website.