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Print Audience and Content Editor – Part-Time

Do you have a passion for print? Can you create front pages that catch the eye and help sell newspapers?
We have an exciting opportunity within our print hub at Newsquest Media Group for someone experienced in producing engaging, high-quality front pages across a range of established print titles.
This is a part-time role, working two days per week, focused on delivering visually strong front pages that reflect sound editorial judgement and a clear understanding of what appeals to print audiences.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and produce front pages for a variety of print titles
  • Use InDesign and Photoshop to create visually impactful layouts
  • Apply a strong understanding of what makes a front page stand out on the newsstand
  • Work collaboratively within the hub to meet production deadlines
  • Support basic copy sub-editing where required

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

  • Proven experience using Adobe InDesign and Photoshop
  • A strong eye for layout, typography and visual storytelling
  • Understanding of print front page design and audience appeal
  • Copy sub-editing experience or knowledge would be advantageous
  • Ability to work efficiently and manage priorities within a deadline-driven environment

Benefits

  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off
  • Holiday buy scheme for extra flexibility
  • Structured career progression & ongoing training
  • Pension plan
  • Employee Helpline counselling and advice
  • Perks & discounts, including:
    • Gym membership
    • Cycle to Work scheme
    • Eye care
    • Retail discounts
  • Team building days & annual volunteer charity day

About Newsquest Media Group

We are 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. Our sales teams provide local businesses with highly responsive digital advertising and marketing solutions.

We are one of the largest regional news publishers in the UK and have a portfolio of more than 250+ local news brands and magazines online and in print. With an online audience of 41 million users a month and 7 million readers a week in print, our content is read by a substantial proportion of the UK population.

In addition to our local news brands, we own several digital pure play and specialist media businesses such as s1jobs and s1homes, Exchange & Mart, and Newsquest Specialist Media. We also own LOCALiQ, an award-winning digital marketing agency that specialises in driving more leads, increasing online growth and generating return on marketing investment on behalf of thousands of UK SMBs.

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