Newsquest Media Group

Live Reporter - Norfolk

Norwich

Posted 7 days ago

Early applicant

On-site

Full-time

Mid Level

Live Reporter - Norfolk Application Deadline: 1 June 2026 Department: Editorial Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: Norwich Reporting To: Jessica Long

Description The LIVE Team is committed to breaking the news that our audiences truly care about right now - from the big dramatic events to the local stories creating chatter.

You'll be fast, you'll be first, you'll be accurate.

Resourcefulness, an eye for a good story and the adrenaline rush of breaking news are all essential in these exciting new roles.

What makes it a great job? Variety - every day is different Building relationships and seeing your stories capture the attention of the community. Solving challenges. Never a dull moment!

This full-time role is working from our office in Norwich. You'll work a shift-based system from 6 am to 11 pm, including weekends, on a rota basis.

Key Responsibilities You'll capture the stories that the people of Norfolk and Suffolk want and need to hear first.

Working in a small team in our Norwich newsroom, you'll be focused on breaking news, first, fast and accurate.

You'll respond to major breaking events, capturing what's happening quickly.

Using your excellent search skills, you'll be able to create must-read stories from the chatter and buzz happening within our communities

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Background in content Experience in digital content A real nose for what people care about right now Quick thinker - fast and accurate writer Passion to grow the LIVE brand and engage with the local community Strong awareness of legal compliance around content Resourceful You'll thrive in a fast-paced working environment and can work quickly without letting errors slip through. With a good eye for trends, you'll spot the high-performing stories that will capture our readers.

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

Skills

Digital Content Creation

Breaking News Reporting

Fast And Accurate Writing

Search Skills

Legal Compliance

Trend Analysis

Community Engagement

Resourcefulness