Trainee Live News Reporter Nottingham Post

What will the role involve

You will work as part of our news team to produce engaging digital local news content with a primary focus on live news. You will be first on the scene to provide live coverage of breaking news and deliver exclusive off-diary stories written in a way that ensures as many people as possible see and respond to our work helping us to have a positive impact on the communities we serve. You will shoot and produce video content whilst out on patch reporting for both our site and social platforms creating viral content that informs and engages.

You will curate strong contacts within the industry for story gathering in our existing and underserved communities. You will source and conduct interviews always thinking of how to scoop the next exclusive. This role includes working shifts on a rota basis including weekend and evening shifts so a flexible approach is required.

Qualifications :

Who are we looking for

You are a passionate journalist with an NCTJ or equivalent journalism qualification with up to date knowledge of UK media law and ideally 100 wpm shorthand. You are a first class writer with excellent storytelling ability and a keen eye for what makes a great story. You have some demonstrable experience writing for a similar regional news title and have a clear passion for local journalism. You have a good understanding of how to shoot video content and what makes for an interesting news video.

You have expert knowledge of Nottingham and know how to tell stories that will relate directly to our ever growing and diverse audience. You have superb social media skills and an understanding of how to utilise various social platforms to make content engaging. Having a clean driving licence is highly desirable allowing you to be first on the scene to cover breaking stories.

Additional Information :

How well look after you

We take good care of our people - and that means more than just a pay packet. Whatever your role youll get a range of benefits including:

• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) as well as an extra day after youve been with us for three five and 10 years. We also have a scheme to help you buy extra holiday if you want to.

• An extra days paid leave each year to volunteer for a cause close to your community or your heart.

• Big moment day - an extra days paid leave for a moment that matters to you - like getting married moving house or welcoming a new addition to the family (human or furry!)

• Help saving for your retirement - well match your company pension contributions up to 6% and you can contribute through salary sacrifice.

• Supportive and progressive people policies - were proud to have a range of policies to support people in their lives in and outside work including enhanced family leave and policies to promote flexibility inclusion and progression. We believe you shouldnt have to wait to join us to know what to expect from us which is why we share this overview of the policies we have in place to support families and carers. If theres something you want to understand more about just ask - it wont make a difference to your application.

• A healthcare cash plan - giving you money back for a range of medical expenses and fast access to doctors appointments.

• Car lease scheme - you can buy a brand new electric or hybrid car through our leasing partner and pay for it through salary sacrifice.

• Wellbeing support - including a 24/7 assistance programme for you and your family.

• Financial Wellbeing Access Stream our app for managing your finances pay rewards and benefits all in one place

• Access to lots of discounts - including 15% off with Reachs very own online marketplace Yimbly where you can buy everything from homewares to beauty products.

• Interest-free loans - including for season tickets and technology.

If youre excited about this role but dont tick every single box please dont let that stop you from applying.

We know that everyone has their own story to tell and we value potential passion and the perspectives that different backgrounds bring to our work.

Diverse perspectives strengthen our teams and help us better serve our audiences which is why were dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and supported. As an equal opportunities employer we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.

We are committed to a recruitment process that is fair and welcoming to all without discrimination on the basis of age disability gender identity ethnicity religion or belief sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Intern

Experience: years
Vacancy: 1