Bristol24/7 is on the lookout for a new Music Editor 

Bristol24/7 is seeking a motivated, music-loving journalist to join our small editorial team in a part-time, freelance role as Music Editor.

From interviewing unknown artists to rising stars, reporting on the latest gigs, festivals and events to lifting the lid on different genres, this is a rare opportunity to be at the beating heart of the city’s diverse music scene.

Bristol24/7 is the biggest independent publication in the South West, with unrivalled coverage of local news, culture and entertainment. We are also a community interest company and were named one of the top 100 social enterprises in the country this year as part of the NatWest SE100. Our content is read by hundreds of thousands of people – an audience that’s growing all the time. Advertising and membership support our independent journalism and fund community projects that change lives.

The ideal candidate will eat, sleep and breathe Bristol’s music scene. They will be enthusiastic and full of ideas, have great writing skills and an eye for a story.

Managing a team of reviewers, taking photos and creating video content will all play a key part of the Music Editor role. The chosen candidate will need to be able to juggle a busy workload, have a meticulous eye for detail and meet tight deadlines. They will also contribute features to Bristol24/7’s bi-monthly magazine.

The role will initially be for 1.5 days a week on a rate of £90 per day.

Bristol24/7 is seeking a motivated, music-loving journalist to join our small editorial team – photo: Rose Morelli

Essential qualities:

• Excellent writing skills
• A passion for and knowledge of Bristol’s music scene
• Ability to look after your own workload and prioritise tasks to meet deadlines
• A keen eye for detail and a proactive attitude

Desirable qualities:

• Experience of creating video
• Portfolio of published work

We believe our work will be stronger with greater diversity and welcome applications from those who bring balance to our team. Bristol24/7 welcomes the whole person to work, and we understand that each of us brings our experiences, our backgrounds and our own unique lens to what we do.

If you are from a background that is not well represented in the media industry, we want to hear from you. This includes if you are:

• a person who experiences racism and/or
• a disabled person and/or
• a person who identifies as having a working class background and/or
• a person who was eligible for free school meals as a child

To apply, please send a CV and covering letter (no more than 400 words) outlining why you want the role and why you would be the ideal candidate.

Send applications to jobs@bristol247.com.

The deadline for applications is midday on Monday, April 22

Bristol24/7 is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you are unsure of whether to apply, have any questions or need assistance with the application process, please email ellie@bristol247.com to arrange an informal chat.

Main photo: Ania Shrimpton