Live Music News Editor: Lead Breaks & Daily Briefing

Iq Mag; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading live music news platform based in London is seeking an online News Editor to lead its news operations. This role involves managing a team, writing impactful stories, and overseeing editorial processes to ensure coverage reflects the dynamic live entertainment industry. The ideal candidate should have experience in a relevant trade, strong journalistic judgment, and an understanding of the business side of the sector. The position requires a minimum of three days in the office weekly.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a news desk.
• Excellent editorial judgment and writing skills.
• Strong interest in the global music business.

Responsibilities

• Run IQ’s daily news operation and manage a small team.
• Write and commission stories, and oversee daily briefing.
• Contribute long-form features and collaborate with other teams.

Skills

Leadership of a news desk

Impactful storytelling

Business understanding

Editorial precision

Editing and proofing skills

Social media and SEO skills

Interest in the live entertainment industry

Job description

A leading live music news platform based in London is seeking an online News Editor to lead its news operations. This role involves managing a team, writing impactful stories, and overseeing editorial processes to ensure coverage reflects the dynamic live entertainment industry. The ideal candidate should have experience in a relevant trade, strong journalistic judgment, and an understanding of the business side of the sector. The position requires a minimum of three days in the office weekly.