Production Editor Sunday Mail

What will the role involve

• Playing a central role in the production of the Sunday Mail.

• Laying out pages and spreads writing headlines selecting and placing stories while allocating work to other members of the team.

• Revising pages and content to ensure they are produced to the highest possible standards and in line with strict deadlines.

• Liaising with production editors from across the group to ensure production work is not being duplicated across multiple titles and that content is shared whenever appropriate.

• Filling wings anchors and other page elements with suitable stories and finding stories for gaps either from other papers in the group or by scouring the wires.

• Directing subs and production team members in story handling checking pages once they are marked editorial complete and making any necessary changes or corrections.

• Completing all tasks in accordance with IPSO legal and budgetary requirements.

Qualifications :

Who are we looking for

• You are a highly experienced print production journalist with demonstrable experience working in a similar national or large regional print environment.

• You can support guide and lead a team of subs both in your own newsroom and across the country.

• You have exceptional editorial judgement and initiative allowing you to make critical decisions in a high pressure environment.

• You have proven experience drawing pages and writing headlines accurately and efficiently.

• You are highly organised with outstanding attention to detail with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines with ease.

Additional Information :

How well look after you

We take good care of our people - and that means more than just a pay packet. Whatever your role youll get a range of benefits including:

• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) as well as an extra day after youve been with us for three five and 10 years. We also have a scheme to help you buy extra holiday if you want to.
• An extra days paid leave each year to volunteer for a cause close to your community or your heart.
• Big moment day - an extra days paid leave for a moment that matters to you - like getting married moving house or welcoming a new addition to the family (human or furry!)
• Help saving for your retirement - well match your company pension contributions up to 6% and you can contribute through salary sacrifice.
• Supportive and progressive people policies - were proud to have a range of policies to support people in their lives in and outside work including enhanced family leave and policies to promote flexibility inclusion and progression. We believe you shouldnt have to wait to join us to know what to expect from us which is why we share this overview of the policies we have in place to support families and carers. If theres something you want to understand more about just ask - it wont make a difference to your application.
• A healthcare cash plan - giving you money back for a range of medical expenses and fast access to doctors appointments.
• Car lease scheme - you can buy a brand new electric or hybrid car through our leasing partner and pay for it through salary sacrifice.
• Wellbeing support - including a 24/7 assistance programme for you and your family.
• Access to lots of discounts - including 15% off with Reachs very own online marketplace Yimbly where you can buy everything from homewares to beauty products.
• Interest-free loans - including for season tickets and technology.

If youre excited about this role but dont tick every single box please dont let that stop you from applying.

We know that everyone has their own story to tell and we value potential passion and the perspectives that different backgrounds bring to our work.

Diverse perspectives strengthen our teams and help us better serve our audiences which is why were dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and supported. As an equal opportunities employer we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.

We are committed to a recruitment process that is fair and welcoming to all without discrimination on the basis of age disability gender identity ethnicity religion or belief sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic.  

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Part-time