News Reporter
Location : i Headquarters London
Package Description
In return for their energy and ideas we ensure our people are well rewarded. Our benefits package increases the longer you’ve been with us.
Here’s what to expect :
Plus many other benefits .
Job Introduction
i is looking for a brilliant news reporter to work across its digital and print journalism.
We are looking for a creative thinker who can go beyond the headlines to pitch explainers and original formats that will attract new readers, hungry for agenda-setting scoops.
You will understand how a story is handled differently for digital and print audiences and will have a sound understanding of all elements of digital publishing.
You will be part of a growing news operation that has won multiple awards and seen increased investment year-on-year. You will be versed in turning around news stories to tight deadlines.
You will be prepared to work on a rota that includes weekends and early and late shifts. This is a great opportunity for a reporter with experience in a fast-paced news environment to join a thriving publishing operation at an exciting time in its development.
About us
At 10 years old, i is Britain's youngest national newspaper and website. We publish reporting, opinion and in-depth features for an intelligent audience.
Growing in influence and profitable, in 2020 i was named Britain’s most trusted national news brand (PAMCo), Daily Newspaper of the Year (London Press Club) and News Website of the Year (Online Media Awards).
i now has an opportunity to grow again with investment in our original journalism under new owners - so we are looking to recruit to our ambitious editorial team.
Main Responsibilities
Person Specification
Our Commitment
We are committed to increasing diversity and maintaining an inclusive workplace culture. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability.
We are Disability Confident Committed. Please let us know if you require any recruitment documentation in other formats or if you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process.
Please be assured that any such information will be held separately to your recruitment application and will not be considered as part of the selection process.
With your application, please include three ideas for story formats that help to unpack this story for our readers - 'A major retailer with a well-known CEO announces it is closing 50 stores and laying off 5,000 staff' - as if you were pitching ideas to the morning news editor to develop our coverage in time for a lunchtime bulletin.
