Reporter
Listed on 2026-10-14
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Creative Arts/Media
Journalism
- Ipswich
Final date to receive applications: 2 November 2026
Department: Editorial
Employment Type: Permanent
- Full Time
Location: Ipswich
Reporting To: Jessica Long
DescriptionThe LIVE Team is committed to breaking the news that our audiences truly care about right now - from the big dramatic events to the local community stories creating chatter.
You'll be fast, you'll be first, and 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.
Key ResponsibilitiesYou’ll capture the stories that the people of Suffolk want and need to hear, first.
Working in a small team in our Ipswich 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 ExpertiseBackground in content
- Experience in digital content
- A real nose for what people care about right now
- Quick thinker - fast and accurate writer
- Passion to engage with the local community
- Strong awareness of legal compliance around content
- Experience using AI tools
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.
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 based in our office in Ipswich. You’ll work a shift-based system from 6 am to 11 pm, and at weekends, on a rota basis.
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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