Newsquest Media Group
Live Reporter - The Argus
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Application Deadline: 7 August 2026
Department: Editorial
Location: Brighton
Description
The Argus in Brighton is looking for a driven Live Reporter to join our fast-paced digital newsroom, working Sunday to Thursday or Tuesday to Saturday on a shift pattern between 7 am and 3.30 pm or 12 - 8.30 pm.
You’ll be at the heart of our breaking news operation – reacting fast, filing clean copy at speed and helping us reach and engage a large online audience every day.
Key Responsibilities
- Work as part of The Argus live shifts team, producing breaking and trending news across our website and social platforms.
- File multiple stories a day to a high standard, with sharp headlines and engaging intros.
- Run live blogs on major incidents, weather events, traffic disruption, courts and council as required.
- Attend breaking news scenes, film video, capture photos, and gather eyewitness accounts.
- Hit ambitious digital targets, including a minimum of 750,000 page views per month.
- Help manage and update the homepage.
- Publish and promote content across social channels, writing engaging posts and monitoring performance.
- Use real-time analytics to shape coverage and spot opportunities to grow audience.
- Use AI technology to assist you in this role.
- Ensure all content complies with media law and the IPSO Editors’ Code.
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This is a full-time, office-based role in our Brighton city centre newsroom.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- NCTJ-qualified or equivalent, with strong shorthand and media law.
- Proven ability to write quickly, accurately and cleanly to deadline in a live news environment.
- Confident covering breaking news on the ground, including video and photography.
- Comfortable running live blogs and juggling multiple stories at once.
- Strong digital instincts – you understand what makes a story perform online and how to craft engaging headlines and social posts.
- An energetic self-starter with excellent news sense, plenty of ideas and a willingness to work a variety of early, mid and late shifts.
- A team player who can take direction, respond to feedback and thrive in a busy newsroom.
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Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged. This role is entry-level and suits someone who wants to start their career in journalism by working in our digital team.
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
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