AI-Assisted Reporter

Newsquest is seeking an AI-Assisted Reporter to join our team and help us expand our use of AI technology, focusing on newsrooms in West Yorkshire. The successful candidate will be at the forefront of a new era in journalism, utilising AI technology to create national, local, and hyper-local content for our news brands, while also applying their traditional journalism skills. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about journalism and the potential for AI to contribute to the way we produce and consume news, without losing sight of the importance of quality reporting and writing.

As an AI-assisted reporter, you will have the opportunity to develop your news and technical skills, including learning how to manage and utilise AI technology effectively.

You'll play a key role in ensuring that our articles meet the highest standards of accuracy, information, and compliance with media law, plagiarism, and privacy, utilising your journalistic expertise alongside AI tools.

You will be required to work from our newsroom in Skipton, and occasionally Bradford and York.

Key Responsibilities:

Work with an AI system to help write news articles, while also utilising your journalism skills to maintain the quality and authenticity of the content
Ensure that all content produced meets legal and ethical standards, including those related to media law, plagiarism, privacy, and accuracy
Efficiently upload and manage stories, using time-saving AI tools and techniques to ensure a seamless process without compromising the quality of the content
Meet story count targets
Contribute to the development of AI technology by monitoring the performance of AI-generated content and identifying areas for improvement
Work closely with our existing editorial teams to help integrate selected AI-generated content into a variety of newsrooms
Train other reporters in the use of AI technology
Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices related to AI and journalism

Skills:

NCTJ diploma or equivalent
Excellent writing and editing skills, with strong attention to detail
A strong understanding of journalistic principles and practices
Excellent working knowledge of relevant media law and adherence to the Editors’ Code of Conduct are vital to fulfilling the functions of the role
Creativity and innovation, with a willingness to experiment with new approaches and techniques
Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Ability to analyse data and generate insights to inform content decisions

Newsquest Media Group is one of the UK's largest newspaper and website publishers. As well as a competitive salary, we also offer generous benefits including:

Contributory pension
Perks and discounts at various retail outlets
Opportunities for team building and training days
25 days' paid holiday + statutory bank holidays + your birthday day off.
Structured career progression, ongoing training, and personal performance reviews
Discount Vouchers
Discounted Gym membership
Cycle to Work scheme
Mental Health Support via Lifeworks
Eye test vouchers plus £50 towards new glasses.
Annual Volunteer Charity Day