The Worcester News is seeking a talented senior reporter to join our busy and friendly team. We want an ambitious, digitally skilled, versatile journalist to unearth the best breaking news and features on an incredibly lively daily news patch. The right candidate will be passionate about digital storytelling, hard-working, full of ideas and have a desire to come up with innovative ways of presenting stories across various platforms. We are particularly keen to hear from reporters who are interested in reporting crime, including those who are attending court. A big part of the job will also be immersing yourself in social media, developing relationships and understanding what matters to the community. We want to tell the stories our audiences care about, championing the best of our local communities, telling powerful human-interest stories and covering everything from local politics to crime. You will ideally hold your senior qualifications, or equivalent experience, and have 100wpm shorthand. The successful candidate would be based at our office in Worcester full-time and must have a full driving licence and access to a car. Applications will be reviewed as they are received so submit your details as soon as possible. The deadline for applications is Friday, 3 January 2024 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.