Night Reporter – Liverpool Echo (Liverpool)

We are looking for a Night Reporter to join us at the Liverpool Echo, to respond to and report on breaking news and trends across Merseyside, ensuring our coverage is seen by the widest possible audience. .

This is a fantastic opportunity for a creative and experienced reporter to get out into the many vibrant communities that make up the region, knocking on doors and finding stories to amplify and promote our digital storytelling.

We’re looking for fresh ideas and new perspectives from people from a wide range of backgrounds, and we want you to tell us the stories you believe are important from our many communities so we can continue to diversify our content.

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.

This role is based in our Liverpool Hub, we are therefore open to candidates based in and around Liverpool.

What will the role involve?

You will be first on the scene, responding and reporting on breaking news, finding and telling stories about local communities through a variety of mediums. From written articles to real time live blogs, your content will engage as many readers as possible, building communities both online and in real life.

You will ensure all your content is thoroughly researched, accurate and balanced prior to publication. You will travel to where the story is on your patch, always ready to report on the biggest story of the night, from in front of or behind the camera. This role will involve working 3pm-11pm shifts Monday to Friday so a flexible approach to late coverage and the unpredictability of breaking news is key.

Who are we looking for?

Essential: 

• An NCTJ level qualification or above with in depth knowledge of media law is essential
• A proven track record of publishing digital content, working a CMS, shooting video and taking pictures for stories is essential
• Demonstrable experience covering breaking news on the scene is essential
• Previous experience as an on patch reporter in a digital publishing environment is essential
• You have excellent local knowledge and are able to travel where the story is within your patch
• Good working knowledge of social media platforms and live streaming is essential
• Being confident reporting in front of the camera (or being willing to learn) is essential

Desirable: 

• Due to the need to be on the scene quickly and working late shifts, a driving licence is highly desirable
• 100 wpm shorthand or working towards this is desirable
• Experience building online communities is desirable

What can we offer you?

We are offering a competitive salary and benefits including;

• Help saving for your retirement – join our pension scheme and well match contributions up to 6%
• 25 days holiday per year when you join. After three, five and ten years service with Reach, youll accrue one additional day of annual leave. We also have a Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Giving back day – an additional days leave each year to support a cause close to your heart
• Enhanced family leave – including maternity, paternity and adoption – and youll 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 UKs top 50 Inclusive Employers everyones 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 – youll 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.