UnHerd is one of the fastest-growing new media outlets in the UK. Covering politics, philosophy and culture in a distinctive “away-from-the-herd” angle, we publish well-known and esteemed writers alongside entirely new voices.
https://unherd.com/
The editorial traineeship is a six-month programme which entails a wide variety of tasks that will give the successful candidate fantastic hands-on experience in an innovative editorial operation.
We are looking for candidates with a keen understanding of the UnHerd mission and a hunger for news and ideas. If you’re someone who has a knack for reading between the headlines, can pick out interesting stories and spot trends that others might have missed, then this could be perfect for you.
What you’ll do:
The successful applicants will receive training in all aspects of digital editorial production, including:
· Idea generation
· Forward planning
· Editing
· Writing
· Production of podcasts, video and events
· Social media and SEO
· Graphics and use of CMS
Requirements
Who we’re looking for:
Candidates with:
· A demonstrable interest in politics, news and ideas
· Fluent writing skills
· Good organisational skills
· A self-starter, can-do attitude
· Journalistic experience is welcome but not essential
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What We Do
Old Queen Street Media owns and operates online magazine UnHerd, the Old Queen Street Café, the UnHerd Club and CoEditor Limited, a publishing technology startup. We are committed to building cutting-edge, modern media brands which help foster an open and productive public conversation about the ideas that matter.
