Live Reporter - The Argus

Live Reporter - The Argus

Application Deadline: 7 August 2026

Department: Editorial

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Brighton

Reporting To: Arron Hendy

Description

The Argus in Brighton is looking for a driven Live Reporter to join our fast‑paced digital newsroom, working Sunday to Thursday or Tuesday to Saturday on a shift pattern between 7 am and 3.30 pm or 12 - 8.30 pm.

You’ll be at the heart of our breaking news operation – reacting fast, filing clean copy at speed and helping us reach and engage a large online audience every day.

Key Responsibilities

• Work as part of The Argus live shifts team, producing breaking and trending news across our website and social platforms.
• File multiple stories a day to a high standard, with sharp headlines and engaging intros.
• Run live blogs on major incidents, weather events, traffic disruption, courts and council as required.
• Attend breaking news scenes, film video, capture photos, and gather eyewitness accounts.
• Hit ambitious digital targets, including a minimum of 750,000 page views per month.
• Help manage and update the homepage.
• Publish and promote content across social channels, writing engaging posts and monitoring performance.
• Use real‑time analytics to shape coverage and spot opportunities to grow audience.
• Use AI technology to assist you in this role.
• Ensure all content complies with media law and the IPSO Editors’ Code.

This is a full‑time, office‑based role in our Brighton city centre newsroom.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• NCTJ‑qualified or equivalent, with strong shorthand and media law.
• Proven ability to write quickly, accurately and cleanly to deadline in a live news environment.
• Confident covering breaking news on the ground, including video and photography.
• Comfortable running live blogs and juggling multiple stories at once.
• Strong digital instincts – you understand what makes a story perform online and how to craft engaging headlines and social posts.
• An energetic self‑starter with excellent news sense, plenty of ideas and a willingness to work a variety of early, mid and late shifts.
• A team player who can take direction, respond to feedback and thrive in a busy newsroom.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged. This role is entry-level and suits someone who wants to start their career in journalism by working in our digital team.

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