World News Editor - Express

As the World News Editor at The Express, you will be responsible for leading our international news coverage. This involves generating traffic-driving story ideas, managing a team of reporters, communicating with freelance contributors around the globe, and tending to both breaking news and feature content. Your experience and insight will help shape newslists and headlines, ensuring they resonate with our audience while maintaining the integrity of our journalism.

To qualify for the World News Editor role at The Express, candidates should possess an NCTJ or equivalent journalism degree and demonstrate strong knowledge of media law. Experience on a national website or paper, excellent organization and people skills, and a profound understanding of world affairs are essential. Knowledge of foreign languages is also a plus, enhancing the role's capacity to engage with global content.

Understanding the audience is critical for the World News Editor at The Express. This role requires expertise in audience analytics to gauge what drives engagement and traffic. By leveraging analytics, you will shape story headlines and choose topics that resonate with readers, ensuring we cover significant events and engaging features that keep our audience coming back for more.

World News Editors at The Express should be prepared for a flexible work schedule that may include evenings, weekends, and even overnight shifts. Given the fast-paced nature of news, being adaptable and ready to cover developing stories as they arise is crucial to the role.

A World News Editor at The Express will find numerous career growth opportunities through continuous support from line management and access to various learning and development programs. Being a part of one of the UK's top 50 Inclusive Employers means there’s a strong emphasis on diversity and inclusion, supporting your career aspirations while enhancing your skill set.

When generating story ideas as a World News Editor, I focus on current global events, connecting a variety of perspectives and interests. Collaborating with the team, leveraging analytics, and staying in tune with audience preferences allows me to propose compelling stories that engage readers.

In managing a team of reporters, I prioritize open communication and motivation. By encouraging a collaborative environment and constructive feedback, I guide reporters to dig into research, improve their storytelling, and feel empowered to pitch their own ideas that align with our goals.

Ensuring accuracy in fast-paced environments requires diligence and thorough verification processes. I establish clear editorial guidelines and emphasize the importance of fact-checking while cultivating a culture where reporters feel accountable for their work. This helps maintain our integrity, even under tight deadlines.

The Express's international coverage stands out for its focus on diverse perspectives and in-depth storytelling. We make a concerted effort to report on stories that resonate with various communities, blending hard-hitting news with engaging features that appeal to a wide audience.

I utilize audience analytics by closely monitoring reader engagement metrics. This data guides my editorial decisions on headline structure, story selection, and the type of content we produce, ensuring it aligns with what our audience finds most valuable and appealing.

To develop a network of global contributors, I actively seek out talented freelancers through industry contacts and social media platforms. Building and maintaining these relationships is key, as it helps us expand our coverage by tapping into local insights and perspectives.

During a significant breaking news story, I coordinated response efforts by quickly assembling my reporting team, assigning roles for coverage across multiple platforms. Clear communication and prioritization of accurate reporting allowed us to remain focused and provided our audience with timely information.

Balancing hard news with lighter features involves understanding the audience's needs. I plan our content calendar strategically to ensure we provide both serious news and lighter pieces, catering to varying audience interests and maintaining engagement throughout the week.

I regularly read diverse news sources and scholarly publications, participate in webinars, and follow influential thought leaders on social media. Continuous learning and dialogue with my team also help me stay informed on global affairs and emerging trends.

Diversity in news coverage is crucial to represent various perspectives, fostering greater understanding among readers. As a World News Editor, I would promote diversity by actively seeking stories from underrepresented communities, encouraging reporters to pitch diverse angles, and collaborating with contributors from different backgrounds.