News Reporter - Worcester
Requirements
Applicants need a recognised journalism qualification, excellent writing and communication skills, and a strong understanding of digital and social media journalism. They must be able to work independently and as part of a team, and have a full driving licence and access to a car.
Job Description
Application Deadline: 2 November 2026
Department: Editorial
Location: Worcester
Are you passionate about finding great stories, breaking news first and making a real impact in your community?
We are looking for a motivated and ambitious News Reporter to join our award-winning Worcestershire newsroom.
Based in the historic cathedral city of Worcester, you'll cover some of the biggest stories affecting local people while also uncovering the unique tales that make our communities special. No two days are the same. One day you could be covering a major breaking news story, the next attending a community event, interviewing inspiring people or holding decision-makers to account.
As part of a supportive and fast-paced team, you will produce high-quality digital-first journalism for our websites, newsletters and social media channels. You'll play a key role in ensuring our readers are informed, engaged and connected to the issues that matter most.
We're looking for someone with strong news sense, excellent writing skills and a genuine enthusiasm for local journalism. Whether you're an NCTJ-qualified trainee looking for your first newsroom role or an experienced reporter ready for a new challenge, we'd love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
- Reporting on breaking news, court, community and human-interest stories
- Editing and filming videos for our news and social platforms
- Building contacts and developing exclusive stories
- Creating engaging content for digital and social platforms
- Producing accurate, compelling journalism to tight deadlines
- Representing our titles at events and within the community
- A recognised journalism qualification
- Excellent writing and communication skills
- A strong understanding of digital and social media journalism
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team
- A full driving licence and access to a car
This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the UK's leading regional news publishers and help shape the future of local journalism in Worcestershire.
To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter explaining why you would be a great fit for the role. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
Benefits
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off
- Holiday buy scheme for extra flexibility
- Structured career progression & ongoing training
- Pension plan
- Employee Helpline counselling and advice
- Perks & discounts including:
- Gym membership
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Eye care
- Retail discounts
- Team building days & annual volunteer charity day
Education
Skills
About Newsquest Media Group
We are a media company with a difference. We are committed to bringing a voice to your region by investing in a passionate team of journalists who proudly serve their communities by sharing authoritative news that readers trust. Our sales teams provide local businesses with highly responsive digital advertising and marketing solutions. We are one of the largest regional news publishers in the UK and have a portfolio of more than 250+ local news brands and magazines online and in print. With an online audience of 41 million users a month and 7 million readers a week in print, our content is read by a substantial proportion of the UK population. In addition to our local news brands, we own a number of digital pure play and specialist media businesses such as s1jobs and s1homes, Exchange & Mart, and Newsquest Specialist Media. We also own LOCALiQ, an award-winning digital marketing agency that specialises in driving more leads, increasing online growth and generating return on marketing investment on behalf of thousands of UK SMBs. Our parent company is Gannett Inc, the largest news publisher in the US. Gannett is listed on the New York Stock Exchange.
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