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Reporter
The Press and Journal | Aberdeen
For more than 275 years, The Press and Journal has been at the heart of communities across the north and north-east of Scotland, telling the stories that matter and championing the people, places and issues that shape the region.
We're looking for an experienced Reporter to join our Live team in Aberdeen, helping deliver high-quality digital journalism that informs, engages and grows audiences across our platforms.
Based in our modern Marischal Square office, you'll play a key role in breaking news, developing exclusive stories and delivering engaging content that keeps readers connected to what matters most in their communities.
If you're naturally curious, thrive in a fast-paced news environment and have a passion for great local journalism, we'd love to hear from you.
What you'll be doing
As a Reporter in our Live team, you will:
- Deliver a consistent flow of relevant, accurate and audience-focused content including news stories, live blogs, explainers and video.
- Break news quickly and confidently, taking ownership of major stories as they develop.
- Identify and pursue original story opportunities, follow-ups and exclusives.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with contacts, public bodies, emergency services and key community stakeholders.
- Film pieces to camera for our app and social media channels.
- Use audience data, analytics and SEO best practice to maximise reach and engagement.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues across the newsroom, sharing ideas, contacts and opportunities.
- Support our audience-first approach by producing journalism that informs, engages and drives meaningful impact.
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What we're looking for
You'll be an experienced reporter with:
- Strong news judgement and a clear understanding of what makes a compelling story.
- A proven track record of identifying, breaking and developing major stories.
- Excellent writing skills and the ability to produce engaging content across digital platforms.
- Experience using analytics and SEO to inform editorial decisions.
- The confidence to work independently while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Strong contact-building skills and a proactive approach to sourcing stories.
- A sound understanding of Scots Law, the Editors' Code of Practice and responsible journalism.
- The ambition to compete for stories and grow audience through timely, accurate reporting.
- A full UK driving licence is essential for this role.
The kind of person you'll be
- Curious and Persistent: You naturally ask questions, dig deeper and follow stories through to uncover what matters most.
- Proactive and Creative: You spot opportunities, generate ideas and bring fresh angles to developing stories.
- Adaptable: You thrive in a fast-moving newsroom environment and can respond confidently when news breaks.
- Accountable and Reliable: You deliver accurate journalism to deadline while maintaining high editorial standards.
- Collaborative: You enjoy working as part of a team, sharing knowledge and contributing positively to newsroom culture.
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Why join us?
At DC Thomson, you'll be joining one of Scotland's most established and trusted media organisations, home to iconic brands including The Press and Journal, The Courier and The Evening Express.
We're investing in digital journalism, innovation and audience growth while staying true to our purpose: producing quality journalism that informs, entertains and connects communities.
This is an opportunity to develop your career in a supportive newsroom, work on stories that make a difference and help shape the future of local journalism across the north of Scotland.
Ready to tell the stories that matter? We'd love to hear from you.
Closing date for application: 1st October 2026 at 12 noon
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