Job Description

Company Description
We're looking for a Video-first Multimedia Journalist to find, film and tell the stories that matter to people in Gloucestershire and get them seen where our audiences are. You'll take a video-led, multimedia approach to everything you publish, producing impactful, audience-first content across formats: real-time and edited video, audio/podcasts, live updates, social posts and written articles.
From shooting and editing through to publishing and distribution, you'll help maximise the reach, engagement and positive impact of our journalism.
This role is home based however you will need to be Gloucestershire based or nearby with use of the Bristol office space as and when required.
Please Note: This advert will close at midnight on Tuesday 28th October. Please be sure to submit you application before the closing date/time in order to be considered.
About us
Hello, we're Reach. Every day, our trusted news, stories and content connect with millions of people where they live - whether that's on their social feed or at their neighbourhood newsstand; through their local community or their take on the hot topic of the day.
We're home to more than 120 trusted brands - from household names like the Mirror, Express, Daily Star and Daily Record, to local titles like MyLondon, BelfastLive, and the Manchester Evening News, and brands making a splash in the US like the Irish Star.
It's our ability to understand people and the things that matter to them that makes us the UK and Ireland's largest commercial news publisher. We reach 70% of the UK's online population and speak to over 100 million social followers around the world. And we're just getting started...
Your story, with Reach
As a modern media organisation, we're much more than just news. And it takes a wide range of people and skills to serve diverse audiences, customers and communities like we do.
We know everyone has their own story to tell, so we've built an environment where every background is respected and every day is a day to explore.
We'll help you build a career that works with your life, while giving you the space to create and grow
About this role
What will the role involve?

• Lead with video: plan, shoot, edit and distribute high-quality short- and long-form video, including real-time/live output.
• Tell stories in multiple formats: video (short/long), audio/podcasts, pictures, live updates and written pieces.
• Thoroughly research and balance every story before publication, in line with the Editors' Code (IPSO).
• Pitch data-led ideas that grow audience and revenue; use performance insights to guide your output.
• Create engaging affiliate content aligned with brand guidelines, driving traffic and conversions via compliant strategies.
• Tailor and, where approved by a senior editor, distribute content for off-platform channels while maintaining editorial standards.
• Prioritise audio/video for every story; capture or curate footage that deepens audience engagement.
• Work alongside video colleagues to deliver standout multimedia projects - including video-only storytelling where appropriate.
• Act up or provide cover in other roles as required by the business.
• Use AI tools, in line with company policies, to optimise workflows, improve accuracy and enhance storytelling.
• Ensure IPSO standards are met at all times and all content is legally sound.

Who are we looking for?

• NCTJ or equivalent journalism qualification
• Proven track record in accurate, creative, multi-platform digital storytelling - especially shooting, editing and distributing video.
• Experience producing written journalism and using photography to support stories.
• Working knowledge of core editorial KPIs (e.g., video views, page views, revenue) and how to use them to shape coverage.
• Strong social media skills; evidence of building or engaging communities on social platforms is a plus.
• Digital publishing capability: confident with a CMS; comfortable packaging for web, social and streaming.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Excellent communication, teamwork and time-management; professional, adaptable and calm under pressure.
• Passion for digital storytelling in local journalism and a curiosity to try new formats and tools.

How we'll look after you
We take good care of our people - and that means more than just a pay packet. Whatever your role, you'll get a range of benefits. Here are our standard UK & ROI benefits - please check the specifics out for your role when you apply.

• 25 days' holiday (not including bank holidays), plus an extra day after you've been with us for three, five and ten years. We also have a scheme to help you buy extra holiday if you want to.
• An extra day's leave each year to volunteer for a cause that matters to you.
• Help saving for your retirement - we'll match your company pension contributions up to 6% and you can contribute through salary sacrifice.
• Wellbeing support - including a 24/7 assistance programme for you and your family.
• A healthcare cash plan - giving you money back for a range of medical expenses and fast access to doctor's appointments.
• Bonus scheme - you'll get a stake in our success and a chance to add to your annual earnings.
• Access to lots of discounts - including with Reach's very own online marketplace, Yimbly, where you can buy everything from homewares to beauty products.
• Supportive and progressive people policies - we're proud to have a range of policies to support people in their lives in and outside work, including enhanced family leave and policies to promote flexibility, inclusion and progression. We believe you shouldn't have to wait to join us to know what to expect from us, which is why we share

. If there's something you want to understand more about, just ask.
Additional Information
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.

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