The LIVE Team is committed to breaking the news that our audiences truly care about right now - from the big dramatic events to the local community stories creating chatter. You will be fast, you will be first, you will be accurate. Resourcefulness, an eye for a good story and the adrenaline rush of breaking news are all essential in these exciting new roles. What will I do?
* You will capture the stories that the people of Norfolk and Suffolk want and need to hear, first.
* Working in a small team in our Norwich newsroom, you will be focused on breaking news, first, fast and accurate.
* You will respond to major breaking events, capturing what's happening quickly.
* Using your excellent search skills, you will be able to create must-read stories from the chatter and buzz happening within our communities.
What skills do I need? Background in content
* Experience in digital content
* A real nose for what people care about right now
* Quick thinker - fast and accurate writer
* Passion to grow the LIVE brand and engage with the local community
* Strong awareness of legal compliance around content
Resourceful
* You will thrive in a fast-paced working environment and can work quickly without letting errors slip through.
* With a good eye for trends, you will spot the high-performing stories that will capture our readers.
What makes it a great job?
* Variety - every day is different
* Building relationships and seeing your stories capture the attention of the community.
* Solving challenges. Never a dull moment!
Where will I work?This full-time role is working from our office in Norwich. You will work a shift-based system from 6am to 11pm, and weekends, on a rota basis. The company Newsquest is a media company with a difference. We are committed to bringing a voice to your region by investing in a passionate team of journalists who proudly serve their communities by sharing authoritative news that readers trust. As well as dedicated sales teams which provide local businesses with highly responsive digital advertising and marketing solutions. Newsquest Media Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all community sections regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Our recruitment process will consist of various stages and activities, as part of our commitment to fairness to all applicants, we will consider any adjustments that could help you.