Digital News Editor
Application Deadline: 26 June 2026
Department: Editorial
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Swindon
Reporting To: Daniel Chipperfield
Description
The Wiltshire Times, Wiltshire Gazette and Herald and the Swindon Advertiser websites and respective newspapers are seeking a talented digital journalist to help lead their fantastic team of reporters.
We are looking for someone who is brimming with ideas, enthusiastic and has a sharp news sense, alongside experience in digital newsrooms.
The role is based at our modern Swindon office and you will help some of the best-performing titles in Newsquest move on to the next step.
The role
This is a pivotal leadership role focused on growing digital audiences, improving engagement and maximising the performance of our journalism across web, social and newsletters.
Working closely with the editor and newsroom team, you will be responsible for driving digital strategy, coaching reporters and ensuring our content is optimised to reach, retain and convert audiences.
You will play a key role in delivering audience growth, increasing loyalty and subscriptions, and ensuring our content is consistently high-performing and digitally focused.
This role requires occasional weekend work and is based at our modern Swindon office, with the option for flexible working from home up for discussion.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the digital strategy across our titles, focusing on audience growth, engagement and subscriber conversion
* Manage and develop reporters to produce high-impact, digital-first content
* Use data and analytics to identify opportunities and improve story performance
* Drive best practice in SEO, headline writing and story presentation
* Oversee and grow newsletter strategy, increasing sign‑ups and engagement
* Maximise use of social media platforms to drive reach and audience interaction
* Work with specialist reporters (AI, SEO, etc.) to scale content and output
* Champion innovative content formats, including video, galleries and explainers
* Develop loyalty content strategies, including nostalgia, community contributions and reader interaction
* Ensure strong content planning and daily execution across all platforms
Benefits
* Annual bonus scheme based on performance
* Contributory pension
* Cycle to work
* 25 days holiday
* Discounted gym membership
* Discounts on short breaks & hotels
* Discounted eyecare
* Employee assistance program
* Up to 40% cinema ticket savings
* Family friendly
Newsquest Media Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all community sections regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Our recruitment process will consist of various stages and activities, as part of our commitment to fairness to all applicants, we will consider any adjustments that could help you.
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