Job title: Digital Production Journalist Reports to: Head of Editing Publishing Location: The Irish Times HQ, Tara Street (Hybrid Working) Contract: 3 Year Fixed Term Job purpose: To play a key role in shaping how Irish Times journalism is presented to readers across digital platforms.
This position offers the opportunity to work at the heart of our newsroom, editing and enhancing content to the highest standards and ensuring our journalism reaches audiences with clarity, impact and speed.
Working closely with editorial teams, the Digital Production Journalist helps bring stories to life, whether through sharp headlines, multimedia elements or thoughtful presentation, while maintaining the values of accuracy, integrity and innovation that underpin our journalism.
Responsibilities and requirements Edit and update stories to a high standard.
Write strong, engaging headlines, in line with best SEO practices.
Combine editing accuracy with speed and efficiency.
Ensure content is legally sound.
Write online stories when required.
Re-write stories based on direction from commissioning desks when necessary.
Enhance digital content with links, images, tags and embeds, and other multimedia, such as picture galleries and audio/video.
Demonstrate good communication skills, flexibility, and an ability to work with the latest technologies as part of a multi-skilled team.
Stay up to date with current digital trends and innovations to continuously improve our digital content and strategies.
Perform other relevant digital production work as required by the Managing Editor - Production.
Cover for absent colleagues as needed.
Desirable skills/qualifications: Strong editorial judgment and understanding of media law.
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Strong knowledge and experience in SEO.
Proficiency in using content management systems (CMS) and digital production tools.
Familiarity with multimedia content creation and editing (images, video, audio).
Experience with social media platforms.
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Excellent writing skills and high levels of proofreading and editing.
Accurate spelling, grammar and punctuation and strong attention to detail.
A proven track record in editing.
Proficiency in Irish a useful but not essential skill Benefits: Health Insurance, Pension Contribution, Media Platform Publication Allowance, Sick Leave Cover, Laptop, Mobile Phone, Irish Times Premium Digital Subscription, Income Protection Policy, Corporate Gym Membership, Free Digital GP and Life Assurance Policy.
Closing Date: 5pm, Monday 26 th January ****