Job Overview
The State and Communities Education Reporter plays a pivotal role in fostering digital engagement, informing readers on key public and private sector education issues, and supporting national strategy through collaboration with local newsrooms.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and produce high-quality national education content across various platforms including print, digital, newsletters, and social media
* Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align content with national strategy and optimize reach
* Utilize data-led storytelling to engage audiences, tailoring content to reader interests and platform trends
* Foster innovation, mentorship, and collaboration across teams to promote a diverse and inclusive newsroom culture
Ideal Candidate:
* Demonstrated expertise in journalism or content creation with a strong focus on education topics
* Proven ability to develop and execute content that drives audience growth and engagement
* Strong understanding of digital publishing, audience analytics, and SEO best practices
* Sound editorial judgment to ensure content meets high standards of accuracy, legality, and relevance
* Leadership skills to drive innovation, foster mentorship, and facilitate collaboration across teams