Digital Journalist, Birmingham World

The SmartList; Birmingham; Remote; GBP 25,000 - 35,000

Job description

We're hiring: Digital reporter – Birmingham

Are you a sharp, digital-savvy journalist with a passion for storytelling? Birmingham World is looking for a talented Digital Reporter to join our dynamic newsroom and bring the biggest stories to life online.

You’ll be covering the issues that matter most to Birmingham and the Midlands, delivering fast, engaging, and impactful content. As part of a Midlands-wide reporting team, you’ll also work alongside top journalists covering news across Birmingham, Derby, and Nottingham.

What you’ll be doing:

• Breaking and trending news – reacting fast, reporting smart
• Crafting compelling digital stories that captivate audiences
• Shooting and editing video for social platforms
• Using data and analytics to shape content strategies
• Writing and creating lifestyle driven content on various platforms to engage our audience
• Strong knowledge of social platforms and how to use them effectively
• Working flexible shifts, including weekends, depending on the news agenda

What we’re looking for:

• A skilled writer who can generate their own ideas and is eager to learn
• A proactive journalist - great at building contacts, talking to people, interpreting data, and forward planning
• Someone motivated by high engagement, who can understand and react to draw in the audience
• Experience with self-shooting and editing video for digital platforms, including social media
• Someone who thrives in a Midlands-wide team and is flexible to cover stories across the entire region when needed.

Required Skills & Experience:

• NCTJ Diploma or equivalent experience
• Sound legal knowledge and understanding of the IPSO code
• Ability to take an accurate shorthand note (100wpm ideal or working towards)
• Accurate and engaging writing style
• Strong understanding of and ability to react to digital analytics
• Experience creating engaging multimedia reports, including video content
• Must live in the Midlands (preferably Birmingham or nearby) and be able to drive

Why join us?

This is a remote role, but you must be based in the UK. At National World, we’re committed to diversity and inclusion—your background, identity, or age won’t hold you back. Flexible working and job-sharing options are on the table.

Ready to make an impact? Apply now and help shape the future of digital news in Birmingham and the Midlands.

Please note this role is remote however there is a requirement that you must be residing in the UK.

National World is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment as an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. Consideration will be given to flexible working and job share options for all roles.