Editor job at Ferndown Full Time NEW

Overview:
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Editor to join our team. As an Editor, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy, clarity, and quality of our written content. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in journalism and possess excellent communication and editing skills.

Duties:

• attending and reporting on news events and council meetings, gathering and sourcing news, following up stories, writing articles
• producing good quality and accurate work for magazines, web and social media content
• good knowledge of social media
• editing, proofreading and photography skills
• setting up magazine templates
• answering the telephone and dealing with enquiries
• liaising with other departments and clients
• checking and dealing with emails
• interviewing, writing advertorials and undertaking reviews
• checking magazines before they go to print
• sourcing competitions and administering them

Experience:

• Have a good knowledge of English
• Be highly organised and able to meet regular deadlines
• Good reporting and interview technique
• Knowledge of media production
• Be thorough and pay attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work well with others at all levels
• Be flexible and open to change
• Computer literate and understand main software packages
• Quick thinking and able to report on events as they unfold
• Dedicated to covering local news stories and events
• Ability to work under pressure of deadlines
• NCTJ qualification or equivalent required
• A full, clean driving licence is essential
• A car is necessary and mileage allowance will be given

If you are a passionate Editor with a keen eye for detail and a love for words, we would love to hear from you. Join our team and contribute to the creation of engaging and impactful content.

Working hours: The hours are Mon-Thurs 9am-4.30pm and Fri 9am-4pm, however, we envisage the Friday to be a flexible day, as we will need someone who can cover events on weekends and evenings.

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, or qualifications required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £33,000.00-£36,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• On-site parking
• Private dental insurance
• Private medical insurance

Licence/Certification:

• NCTJ qualification or equivalent required (required)
• Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person