The JC, World News editor
- Employer
- The Jewish Chronicle
- Location
- Euston, London
- Salary
- Competitive with national papers
- Closing date
- Oct 30, 2024
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- Industry
- Journalist
- Job Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
- Sector
- Online, International, News, Politics
- Discipline
- Editor, Digital Editor, Digital Journalist
Job Details
World News editor
The role:
As World News Editor you will be in charge of our global coverage of stories affecting Jewish people around the world. That includes the Middle East conflict, the upcoming US election and the growing antisemitism crisis in Europe.
You will work with staff reporters and freelance contributors, on breaking news stories and analysis, for digital and print.
Your experience:
- You have extensive experience on a news desk at a national paper or an agency, or you are an established reporter who will already have an extremely good understanding of what a news desk role requires.
- You will be an exceptionally capable multi-tasker, with good editing and writing skills.
- You will have some knowledge of Israel and the Middle East.
Skills and Experience:
You will have:
- Good instinct for news, enabling you to react quickly and decisively to the rapidly changing agenda.
- The intellect and creativity to develop fresh angles on developing stories.
- Excellent news writing and copy editing ability.
- Good interpersonal skills.
Apply by sending your CV and cover letter.
Company
Founded in 1841, the Jewish Chronicle - often known as the JC – is the world's oldest and most influential Jewish newspaper.
With no proprietor nor commercial shareholders, its editorial independence is guaranteed by the Jewish Chronicle Trust. It is based in London, with reporters around the world.
Our site reflects the values of the JC in digital form, with news and opinion reflecting the wide diversity of Jewish religious, social and political thought from left to right, Orthodox to secular
News coverage ranges from investigations to reports of communal activities, with context provided by leading commentators and cultural figures. Our features and lifestyle cover everything from arts and food to fashion and travel. And our comprehensive sport section has both national and international Jewish sport.
- Website
- http://www.thejc.com/
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