Job Description

UnHerd is one of the fastest-growing new media outlets in the UK. Covering politics, philosophy and culture from an \xe2\x80\x9caway-from-the-herd\xe2\x80\x9d angle, it publishes well-known and esteemed writers alongside entirely new voices.

The editorial traineeship is a six-month programme which entails a wide variety of tasks that will give the successful candidate fantastic 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\xe2\x80\x99re someone who has a knack for reading between the headlines, can pick out interesting nuggets and spot trends that others might have missed, then this might be perfect for you.

What you\xe2\x80\x99ll do:

• The successful applicants will receive training in all aspects of digital editorial production:
• Idea generation
• Forward planning
• Editing
• Writing
• Production of podcasts and video
• Social media and SEO
• Graphics and use of CMS

• Candidates with:
• A demonstrable interest in politics, news and ideas
• Good writing skills
• Organisational skills (familiarity with publishing software a bonus)
• A self-starter, can-do attitude
• Journalistic experience (welcome but not essential)

• Training & Development.
• Generous pro-rate holiday allowance with 25 days holiday per calendar year + birthday holiday bonus + Bank Holiday Leave
• All staff receive generous discounts at our Ground Floor restaurant, as well as free pantry of tea & coffee, fruits & snacks.
• London Living Wage Stipend

UnHerd