Lifestyle Reporter – Wales Online 45 views

We’re looking for a reporter who loves sharing everything there is to know about where to eat, travel and spend free time in Wales (and beyond). As part of our Life Team, you’ll work on a diverse content mix with considerable focus on TV and showbiz news and the latest shopping trends.

The successful candidate will be versatile, fast and capable of writing about popular content that taps into Wales’ and the UK’s biggest conversations. The brief includes reviewing the latest bars, shops and restaurants, to live blogging popular TV show finals and reporting on Welsh celebrities.

You’ll be comfortable putting yourself at the centre of the story, whether it’s writing about your experience of a day out, or testing the latest products and gadgets. You’ll know how to create a TikTok and go live on Facebook.

WalesOnline is one of the UK’s best, biggest and fastest-growing regional news websites. We are looking for journalists who believe journalism does its best when it’s read by as many people as possible. We want fresh ideas and new perspectives from people from a wide range of backgrounds. You will have access to ongoing training programmes and professional development opportunities designed to enhance your skills.

So, who are we?

We are Reach Plc, you might not have heard of us but we have probably met without you even realising it. We are home to the UK and Ireland’s most iconic digital platforms, magazines and newspapers. From the Mirror, Daily Express and OK!, to our regional titles such as the Liverpool Echo, BirminghamLive and the Manchester Evening News (plus lots more), our brands and the stories we cover are as varied as our people. We help all kinds of people share experiences through our stories because we believe this is what makes us human.

Oh, and we should probably also mention that with a monthly readership of 47 million people, Reach is the largest commercial publisher in the UK. At Reach, not only will you feel better understood, you will also feel you understand other people better too.

The role is home and hub based linked to our Cardiff hub, with a requirement to work up to 3 days from our Cardiff hub.  You therefore will need to be from Cardiff or the surrounding area.

What will the role involve?

As a lifestyle reporter, you’ll be expected to source and tell stories which engage as many readers as possible. You’ll be on top of the TV shows being watched and celebrities being talked about at the times those conversations are happening, as well as preparing for them in advance.

An important part of your role will be helping to grow WalesOnline’s affiliates revenue by writing eye-catching shopping content. You will generate great ideas that showcase what’s on around Wales, such as the best  places to stay and visit.

You will tell stories in many different ways, including (but not limited to) real-time live blogs and broadcasts, articles, videos, audio and pictures. We are looking for candidates who are great at creating brilliant video for social media channels. You will be comfortable appearing in front of the camera as well as editing and producing.

Who are we looking for? 

A NCTJ or equivalent qualification and media law knowledge is desirable. You have the ability to be bold, self-assured and to be comfortable meeting people face to face and develop a strong contacts book.

We are looking for candidates with excellent writing and communication skills and a passion for the sector. You will ideally have experience in content writing with a strong understanding of audiences and social media platforms.

We are looking for people with creativity, great attention to detail and adaptability. It’s important to note that to succeed in this role, you must be comfortable working to targets and deadlines. A driving licence is preferable.

What can we offer you?

We are offering a competitive salary, and benefits including:

• Help saving for your retirement – join our pension scheme and we’ll match contributions up to 6%
• 25 days’ holiday per year when you join. After three, five and ten years’ service with Reach, you’ll accrue one additional day of annual leave. We also have a Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Giving back day – an additional day’s leave each year to support a cause close to your heart
• Enhanced family leave – including maternity, paternity and adoption – and you’ll be eligible after just six months’ employment
• Private Healthcare Cash Plan – free health cash plan so you can claim back cash for a range of medical expenses
• As one of the UK’s top 50 Inclusive Employers everyone’s invited to join our events, programmes and networks to celebrate diversity and build an environment where all our people can thrive
• Wellbeing support – including a 24/7 employee assistance programme (EAP) for you and your nearest and dearest
• Awesome career opportunities – you’ll have support from your line manager and a range of learning & development programmes
• We are also a member of the 30% Club, a global campaign aimed at increasing gender diversity at board and senior management levels

Reach plc believes diversity brings benefits for our customers, our business and our people. This is why we are committed to being an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all suitable applicants irrespective of background, circumstances, age, disability, gender identity, ethnicity, religion or belief and sexual orientation.