Assistant Editor

GB News Limited; Washington; On-site; GBP 51,000 - GBP 66,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading news organization is seeking an experienced Assistant Editor to join their nightly news program based in Washington, D.C. This role involves supporting the Senior Editor with editorial planning, leading content meetings, and ensuring the delivery of compelling news coverage. The ideal candidate should have significant experience in live news broadcasting, a strong understanding of UK and US news, and exceptional scriptwriting skills. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a high-profile news program in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a senior editorial role within live news broadcasting.
• Deep understanding of UK news, politics, and culture.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Editor in planning and production.
• Lead daily editorial meetings.
• Write and edit scripts and graphics.
• React swiftly to breaking news.
• Collaborate with on-air talent.
• Ensure adherence to editorial standards.

Skills

Proven experience in a senior editorial role

Excellent editorial judgement

Outstanding scriptwriting and sub-editing skills

Strong leadership and team management skills

Confidence in handling breaking news

Job description

Job Title - Assistant Editor, Washington DC

Position Type - 12 month contract

Proposed Hours or Days per Week - 40 hours pw

Location - Washington DC

*open to UK and DC applicants

About the Role

GB News is seeking an experienced and dynamic Assistant Editor to join The Late Show Live— our brand new nightly news and current affairs programme presented live from Washington, D.C. This flagship show delivers a unique perspective on UK and global news, offering fresh insight from the United States each night.

As Assistant Editor, you will be based in Washington, D.C. and play a key role in shaping the editorial content and direction of the programme. You will support the Editor in overseeing the editorial output, ensuring accuracy, editorial integrity, and a sharp, engaging tone that speaks directly to our audience.

This is an exciting opportunity to help drive a high-profile programme that covers major news stories from the UK, the US, and across the world, with energy, creativity, and a distinct voice.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Editor in the editorial planning and production of The Late Show Live, ensuring the programme is relevant, timely, and distinctive.
• Lead the daily editorial meetings and guide a team of producers, researchers, and reporters to develop compelling content and segments.
• Write and edit scripts, headlines, and in-show graphics with clarity and flair, ensuring editorial accuracy and tone.
• React swiftly to breaking news and major developments, coordinating with UK and international teams to deliver informed coverage.
• Collaborate with on-air talent to shape interviews, monologues, debates, and panel discussions.
• Brief on-air talent daily before TX using Saga and Mimir.
• Oversee the integration of live reports, guest interviews, and video packages into the show’s rundown in the Washington bureau.
• Ensure adherence to GB News editorial standards, legal and compliance frameworks, and broadcasting regulations.
• Act as the point of contact for the UK editorial team, ensuring consistent output across time zones and platforms.
• Deputise for the Editor when required.
• Liaise with newsdesk for on-air talent’s hit and pitch stories.
• Forward plan diaries, stories, interviews and filming for on-air talent in DC.
• Attend film shoots and package them up ready to air.
• Pitch and set-up digital content outside of TV broadcasts.
• Build relationships with contacts in Washington that would benefit the show.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a senior editorial role within a live news or current affairs broadcasting environment.
• A deep understanding of UK news, politics, and culture — with a strong grasp of US and international affairs.
• Excellent editorial judgement with a strong track record of shaping compelling content under tight deadlines.
• Outstanding scriptwriting and sub-editing skills.
• Confidence in handling breaking news and rapidly evolving stories.
• Experience working with studio production teams, technical crews, and on-air talent in a live broadcast setting.
• Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to motivate and inspire junior staff.
• Flexibility to work late hours (live evening broadcast) and occasional weekends as required.

Desirable

• Familiarity with digital news platforms and social media storytelling.
• Experience working in or reporting on transatlantic or international news environments.
• Knowledge of UK broadcast compliance (e.g., Ofcom guidelines).