Senior Assistant Editor – Live News & Prime

GB News Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A broadcasting news organization in the UK is seeking an experienced Assistant Editor to join their Prime team. This role involves supporting the Editor in overseeing editorial output, ensuring clarity and accuracy in content creation, and leading editorial meetings. Candidates should possess proven experience in senior editorial roles, excellent scriptwriting skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced live news environment. This position requires dedication and flexibility for evening broadcasts and weekend work.

Qualifications

• 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 international affairs.
• Outstanding scriptwriting and sub-editing skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Editor in the editorial planning and production of shows.
• Lead editorial meetings and guide a team to develop compelling content.
• Write and edit scripts and headlines with clarity.

Skills

Senior editorial experience

Strong understanding of UK news

Excellent editorial judgement

Scriptwriting skills

Leadership skills

Job description

A broadcasting news organization in the UK is seeking an experienced Assistant Editor to join their Prime team. This role involves supporting the Editor in overseeing editorial output, ensuring clarity and accuracy in content creation, and leading editorial meetings. Candidates should possess proven experience in senior editorial roles, excellent scriptwriting skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced live news environment. This position requires dedication and flexibility for evening broadcasts and weekend work.