We are looking for an exceptional journalist to head up our crime and court reporting in Worcester.
One of the most important roles in the newsroom, we want much more than someone who sits in court – we are looking for exclusive investigations, backgrounders, human interest stories and well-crafted news pieces around the big crime issues of the day, alongside the very best of what’s happening in our courtrooms.
Our nationwide network of court and crime reporters are some of the best-performing journalists in the Newsquest group. This is your chance to join them.
Key responsibilities
Covering crown and magistrates courts, you will be working for titles including the Worcester News, Malvern Gazette and Evesham Journal in a very newsy patch.
The successful applicant for this role needs to be an enthusiastic self-starter who can find stories, make contacts and fit in with our hard-working team, writing across print, web and social media.
Skills, knowledge and expertise
You will be:
Applicants should be fully NCTJ qualified – including 100wpm shorthand – and have experience covering the criminal courts.
Candidates must also hold a full, UK driving licence. We will consider candidates looking for part-time hours.
Send your CV by clicking apply now. Applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.
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