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Newsquest Media Group

AI-Assisted Reporter – Maternity Cover

Newsquest Media Group

. Help expand coverage of mid and north Essex through first-class digital news and audience growth .

Posted 11/11/2026contractColchester • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in digital journalism, utilizing AI tools for content creation while adhering to media law and ethical standards. Strong analytical skills are essential for refining content strategies based on audience insights and performance metrics.

Highest-signal resume keywords
NCTJ DiplomaWriting And Editing SkillsUnderstanding Of Media LawData Analysis And Insights GenerationCreativity And Innovation

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Hard Skills
Digital JournalismContent ManagementAI Content GenerationAudience AnalyticsStory SourcingLegal CompliancePlagiarism PreventionAccuracy AssuranceContent RefinementDeadline Management
Soft Skills
Attention To DetailCreativityAdaptabilityTeam CollaborationTime Management
Tools & Technologies
AI ToolsContent Management SystemsAnalytics Platforms
Certifications & Qualifications
NCTJ Diploma
Industry Keywords
Journalistic PrinciplesEditors’ Code Of ConductMedia LawDigital NewsAudience Growth

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Help expand coverage of mid and north Essex through first-class digital news and audience growth
  • Use AI systems to help write news articles while maintaining quality and authenticity
  • Ensure content meets legal and ethical standards concerning media law, plagiarism, privacy, and accuracy
  • Source stories and ideas from online sources and build a high-quality digital news list
  • Identify coverage areas, topics, and story types that resonate with readers
  • Upload and manage stories using AI tools and techniques
  • Monitor AI-generated content and identify areas for improvement
  • Stay current with AI and journalism industry trends and best practices
  • Use audience and content analytics to refine content and drive growth
  • Meet page view targets
  • Work as part of the team at the Colchester office

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • NCTJ diploma or equivalent
  • Excellent writing and editing skills, with strong attention to detail
  • Ability to recognise stories that resonate with readers
  • Strong understanding of journalistic principles and practices
  • Excellent working knowledge of relevant media law
  • Adherence to the Editors’ Code of Conduct
  • Creativity and innovation, with willingness to experiment with new approaches and techniques
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously
  • Ability to analyse data and generate insights to inform content decisions

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off
  • Holiday buy scheme
  • Structured career progression & ongoing training
  • Pension plan
  • Employee Helpline counselling and advice
  • Gym membership
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Eye care
  • Retail discounts
  • Team building days & annual volunteer charity day