Senior Digital Live News Editor

BBC Studios Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - GBP 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media organization is seeking a Senior Journalist for its Digital Live team, focusing on breaking news and live coverage for the BBC News website. You will oversee a team of writers and producers, ensuring accuracy and compelling storytelling. The role requires strong live writing skills, editorial judgment, and the ability to work under pressure. This position offers a salary range of £42,800 - £55,500 along with flexible working options and excellent benefits.

Benefits

Flexible working options

25 days annual leave with the option to buy extra days

Defined pension scheme

Discounted health care and gym

Qualifications

• Proven copy editing experience.
• Experience handling breaking news under pressure.
• Ability to collaborate and manage a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage live pages and update major news stories.
• Oversee team of writers and producers.
• Ensure content is accurate and engaging.

Skills

Excellent live and breaking news writing skills

Strong editorial judgement

Proven awareness of real-time digital coverage

Track record of delivering high-quality journalism

Experience with planning live digital coverage

Ability to sift news material quickly and accurately

Job description

A leading media organization is seeking a Senior Journalist for its Digital Live team, focusing on breaking news and live coverage for the BBC News website. You will oversee a team of writers and producers, ensuring accuracy and compelling storytelling. The role requires strong live writing skills, editorial judgment, and the ability to work under pressure. This position offers a salary range of £42,800 - £55,500 along with flexible working options and excellent benefits.