Chief Sub-Editor - 12M FTC - Sky News

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Sky · Osterley

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Responsibilities

Sub and polish news stories which will be read by millions of people around the world
Write great headlines and choose the best pictures
Break stories and send push notifications
Ensure the home page showcases the best of our journalism, with an engaging mix of content
Form the last line of defence against legal and editorial mistakes
Provide constructive feedback to reporters and help manage the performance of freelancers

Requirements

First class writing skills, a flair for headline writing, a great eye for a story and a passion for news

The ability to work calmly and retain good judgment in a consistently high-pressure environment while juggling differing demands

Experience handling big breaking-news scenarios

The organisational ability and mental agility to keep on top of lots of different strands of moving facts simultaneously

The judgement to protect our brand while maximising audience numbers

Hands-on experience of content management systems, photoshop and video production tools

Team Overview: Sky News

At Sky News, our mission is to bring you the full story, first. We take you there, 24:7, reporting from the heart of the events changing our world. We ask the big questions of everyone, revealing what you want to know. And our style is bold and independent, giving you a fresh perspective.

Sky News is part of Sky, one of Europe's leading media and entertainment companies, owned by Comcast Corporation.

Watch Sky News, free, wherever you get your news.

The Rewards:

There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to #LifeAtSky : the perks. Here's a taster:

Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place

A generous pension package

Private healthcare

Discounted mobile and broadband

A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences

Your office base:

Osterley

Our Osterley campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Chiswick Park, Gunnersbury, Acton Town and Ealing Broadway tube stations. There's also plenty of parking, bike shelters and showers.

On campus you'll find six subsidised restaurants and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed and even get pampered at our beauty salon.

Inclusion:

At Sky we don't just look at your CV. We're more focused on who you are and the potential you'll bring to Sky. We also know that everyone has a life outside work, so we're happy to discuss flexible working.

And we'll do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, speak to our recruitment team who will be happy to support you.

Why wait?

Apply now to build an amazing career and be part of a brilliant team. We can't wait to hear from you.

To find out more about working with us, search #LifeAtSky on social media. A job you love to talk about.

Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.

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