Senior Journalist (Digital News)

TL;DR

Senior Journalist (Digital News): Producing and commissioning high-quality video and text journalism for hirify.global News platforms with an accent on breaking news coverage and audience engagement. Focus on developing original visual storytelling, collaborating with correspondents, and utilizing data insights to shape digital editorial strategy.

Location: London, UK

Salary: £42,000 - £52,000 + London weighting

Company

The hirify.global is a global public service broadcaster dedicated to informing, educating, and entertaining audiences worldwide.

What you will do

• Commission, script, edit, and publish video journalism for the hirify.global News website, app, and social platforms.
• Write and edit accurate, engaging text stories tailored for digital audiences.
• Collaborate with correspondents and producers to develop original analysis and visual storytelling.
• Use audience data and search trends to inform editorial decisions and story treatments.
• Provide editorial guidance to colleagues to ensure high standards across all output.

Requirements

• Significant experience in producing, editing, and commissioning high-quality digital video journalism.
• Proficiency in video-editing tools such as FCP or Premiere Pro.
• Strong editorial judgement with the ability to deliver accurate content in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven experience using search, social, and audience data to shape coverage.
• Excellent writing and editing skills for digital platforms.
• Ability to work collaboratively across newsroom teams.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary package with London weighting.
• Flexible 35-hour working week and flexible working options.
• 25 days annual leave plus the option to buy 5 additional days.
• Defined pension scheme.
• Discounted dental, health care, and gym memberships.
• Excellent professional development and career growth opportunities.