Multimedia Journalist – BerkshireLive (Reading)

We’re looking for a Multimedia Journalist to join our team at BerkshireLive, focusing primarily on our coverage of Reading.

We’re looking for a Multimedia Journalist to join our team at BerkshireLive, focusing primarily on our coverage of Reading.

We may be biased, but you’ll be joining a great team committed to reporting the stories which matter most to Reading’s residents.

We’re fun and passionate and specialise in brilliant, detailed, interactive and ambitious storytelling. What’s more, we’re creative. If you’ve got a great idea for a newsletter, video, social post, podcast or interactive article then let’s give it a go.

We’re looking for fresh ideas and new perspectives from people from a wide range of backgrounds, and we want you to tell us the stories you believe are important from our many communities so we can continue to diversify our content.

So, who are we?

We are Reach plc, you might not have heard of us but we have probably met without you even realising it. We are home to the UK and Ireland’s most iconic digital platforms, magazines and newspapers. From the Irish Mirror, Irish Daily Star, DublinLive, BelfastLive, RSVP and Cork Beo. We help all kinds of people share experiences through our stories because we believe this is what makes us human. At Reach, not only will you feel better understood, you will also feel you understand other people better too.

Due to the nature of the role we would consider both a junior or senior candidate for this position.

We are happy to consider applications on a flexible working basis, and will always aim to accommodate requests where possible.

This role is home based however due to the nature of the role, you will need to be based in or around Reading or Berkshire, or be prepared to relocate to the area. There will also be monthly meetings in our Canary Wharf office.

What will the role involve?

You will write and develop stories about local communities, with great pictures and engaging videos, but you will also create maps and graphics, host live Q&As, author newsletters on topics which engage our readers and develop interactive content formats which set us apart from our rivals. All while ensuring that every piece of content is researched and published in accordance with the Editor’s Code of practice. You will be confident using a range of digital formats and quickly identify breaking news by utilising social media.

Who are we looking for?

An experienced journalist with your NCTJ or equivalent qualification and media law knowledge or for trainee candidates with NCTJ preliminary or equivalent, you have the ability to be bold, confident and to be comfortable meeting people face to face, developing a strong contacts book.

You have first rate editing, writing and subbing skills, relish the test of working under pressure and to tight deadlines. You’re social media savvy with current SEO knowledge and ideally you’re familiar with newsroom analytics and content management systems. You’re flexible, inquisitive and are on the pulse of what makes a great story!

What can we offer you?

We are offering a competitive salary and benefits including;

Help saving for your retirement – join our pension scheme and we’ll match contributions up to 6%
25 days’ holiday per year when you join. After three, five and ten years’ service with Reach, you’ll accrue one additional day of annual leave. We also have a Holiday Purchase Scheme
Giving back day – an additional day’s leave each year to support a cause close to your heart
Enhanced family leave – including maternity, paternity and adoption – and you’ll be eligible after just six months’ employment
Private Healthcare Cash Plan – free health cash plan so you can claim back cash for a range of medical expenses
As one of the UK’s top 50 Inclusive Employers everyone’s invited to join our events, programmes and networks to celebrate diversity and build an environment where all our people can thrive
Wellbeing support – including a 24/7 employee assistance programme (EAP) for you and your nearest and dearest
Awesome career opportunities – you’ll have support from your line manager and a range of learning & development programmes
We are also a member of the 30% Club, a global campaign aimed at increasing gender diversity at board and senior management levels