Bristol24/7 is seeking a new reporter

Bristol24/7 is seeking a motivated full-time reporter with a flair for telling stories and a passion for Bristol.

From covering breaking news to shining a light on communities, this is a rare opportunity for an early-career journalist to get to the heart of issues across the city and be part of a small team that’s committed to quality local journalism and providing a platform for under-reported voices.

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 be enthusiastic and full of ideas, have great writing skills and an eye for a story. Managing social media, taking photos and creating video content will all play a key part of the role and the reporter will need to be able to juggle a busy workload, have a meticulous eye for detail and meet tight deadlines.

This role offers plenty of scope for a keen early-career reporter to make their mark working across the entire city to be first on the scene of a breaking news story or uncovering an off-diary exclusive. The reporter will also play a part in putting together Bristol24/7’s bi-monthly magazine and managing our award-winning work experience scheme.

The chosen candidate will work alongside Bristol24/7’s small editorial team to grow the Bristol24/7 news coverage. On the job training will be given and there will be ample opportunity to shape the role, build a portfolio of work and hone multimedia journalism skills.

Bristol24/7 is seeking a motivated full-time reporter with a flair for telling stories and a passion for Bristol – photo: Mimi Sorrentino

Essential qualities:

• Excellent writing skills
• Ability to look after your own workload and prioritise tasks to meet deadlines
• A keen eye for detail and a proactive attitude
• Social media experience
• Passion for storytelling and current affairs
• Willing to work evenings or weekends on a rota

Desirable qualities:

• NCTJ diploma in journalism or the equivalent
• Experience of creating video
• Experience of using WordPress and Mailchimp
• Portfolio of published work
• Interest in or knowledge of Bristol
• Interest in music and culture in Bristol

What we offer:

• On-the-job training, mentoring and support
• Regular pay reviews and career progression
• 25-30 holiday days per year
• Additional days off between Christmas and New Year
• A paid four-week sabbatical after five years employment
• A flexible, hybrid home and office-based working week
• Opportunities to attend festivals, gigs and parties throughout the year
• A free membership so you can access our exclusive perks
• A fun and busy work environment
• Bike to work scheme
• Starting salary of £22,300

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 one page) 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: Betty Woolerton