Acting Evening News Editor, Digital Spy (Fully Remote, Part Time, 3pm-11pm) FTC

Were the UKs leading premium publisher and the people behind iconic media brands such as Cosmopolitan Esquire ELLE Harpers Bazaar and Country Living. Weve created a working environment that encourages everyone to pull together. We never stop looking for brave new ideas. Well always try to develop and improve we trust each other to do our best and we have fun as we build on our heritageto make history.

This is a remote role working between the hours of 3pm and 11pm on Mondays Tuesday and alternate Thursdays.

The Role

As Evening News Editor youll be responsible for steering the evening news output of Digital Spy one of the UKs best and most trusted entertainment news websites between the hours of 3pm and 11pm on Mondays Tuesday and alternate Thursdays. (Note: You will share the role with another Evening News Editor who works Wednesdays Fridays and alternate Thursdays.) Youll source and write breaking news stories about TV Movies and Soaps as well as deciding angles and assigning stories to our team of out-of-hours freelancers and the Deputy Evening News Editor. Answering to the Editor youll play a vital role in maintaining Digital Spys international reputation for accuracy and our comprehensive coverage of everything entertainment.

Main Duties

Sourcing stories from live TV coverage and the wider world of entertainment

Coming up with angles on the news that are fresh enticing and optimised for digital publishing

Writing and publishing breaking news stories

Assigning stories and managing workflow for the freelancer pool

Assisting the Editor in matters of team admin and analytics

What We Are Looking For

Two years experience in digital entertainment news ideally as a section editor or deputy news editor.

Youll have a thorough understanding of the demands of digital journalism including the importance of SEO and metadata.

You dont have to be a Soaps expert but a working knowledge of key characters and current storylines in at least one Soap would be an advantage.

Given the working hours we are open to hiring on a part-time job-share pro rata basis (for example one person working two evenings per week another person working three). Please flag on application if this applies to you.

You will be motivated to always communicate accurately and concisely and comfortable writing in Digital Spys authoritative but conversational tone.

Benefits

(Your benefits at Hearst UK are more than just extrasthey are tools to help you thrive in every part of life.)

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• Get adventurous with Good Housekeeping Taste and Beauty Testing Panels - yes you could be trying the next big thing in beauty food & drink.
• Snag luxe beauty steals at our legendary office sample sales - score big on top brands without breaking the bank!

Inclusion Health & Wellbeing: Feel Your Best

• Stay healthy with Specsavers eye care a company-funded Health Cash Plan and access to mental health support.
• Get active and stress-free with discounted gym memberships and the Cycle to Work scheme.
• Embrace flexibility with a Location Flex and Holiday Exchange to take time when you need it.
• Take time to give back with a Charity Day and access wellbeing resources whenever you need them.
• Join one of our Hearst ERG Groups.

Financial Wellness - Boost Your Budget

• Plan ahead with a generous Workplace Pension Income Protection Life Assurance and Season Ticket Loan for easier commuting.
• Make smarter money moves using Salary Finance tools Financial Wellbeing sessions and Home Tech benefits to spread costs.
• Treat yourself with major discounts across London plus everyday savings via the HAPI at Hearst app

Hearst UK is deeply committed to using our influential brands to reflect the world we want to live in one that respects protects represents and uplifts the voices and opinions of all people. As a business we recognise the significant benefits of creativity collaboration and innovation that comes with diverse teams. Not only is diversifying the voices in our organization the right thing to do but it also helps us to make powerful and exciting content that can be enjoyed by many more people. This is why were working to build a sense of true belonging within our business and foster a culture in which everyone feels heard.