Produce accurate, engaging digital news stories, live blogs and features to deadline.
Use video, audio, infographics, maps and other digital tools to tell compelling stories.
Create and publish engaging social media content that drives reach and conversation.
Build contacts, monitor trends and identify strong story leads through social platforms.
Deliver accurate breaking news coverage and keep audiences informed in real time.
Develop new story ideas and creative digital treatments that grow audience engagement.
Build social media followings and increase digital audience numbers across your patch.
Spot national or regional stories with local relevance and tailor them for your readers.
Track court activity and work with court reporters to deliver strong online coverage.
Develop contributions from colleagues and community voices for digital relevance.
Use SEO techniques to maximise visibility and follow emerging trends.
Use audience analytics (with guidance) to shape future coverage.
Build strong relationships across the community and spend time on patch.
Collaborate with colleagues across the UK, sharing ideas and best practice.

Strong digital reporting skills with experience writing accurate news, live blogs and features.
Ability to work quickly, creatively, and under tight deadlines.
Confident using video, audio, infographics and mapping tools.
Strong understanding of social media for newsgathering and audience engagement.
Knowledge of SEO and how to optimise stories for search.
Ability to interpret analytics and understand reader behaviour.
Skilled at building community contacts and identifying story leads.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
NCTJ qualification (including 100wpm shorthand) or equivalent.
Full driving licence and access to a vehicle.
Willingness to work shifts and weekends.

Trainee Reporter

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