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The Homepage Editor will curate and optimize the NZ Herald homepage to drive audience engagement and subscription growth. They will also collaborate with newsroom teams to produce high-quality content and manage real-time editorial decisions.
Candidates should be experienced journalists or digital producers with strong editorial judgement and a passion for digital storytelling. Proficiency in digital publishing systems, analytics, and a solid understanding of media law are essential.
We're looking for a sharp, digitally-savvy Homepage Editor to help showcase the very best of NZ Herald journalism and drive audience engagement, loyalty and subscriptions.
As part of our Homepage team, you'll play a critical role in how our stories are presented, packaged and discovered across digital platforms. You'll work closely with newsroom leaders, journalists, producers and audience specialists to ensure our journalism reaches as many New Zealanders as possible.
This is a fast-paced role where no two days are the same. You'll make real-time editorial decisions, optimise content performance, and help shape the digital experience for audiences across NZ Herald's platforms. If you're passionate about news, thrive under pressure, and enjoy combining editorial judgement with audience insights, we'd love to hear from you.
HOW YOU'LL DO IT
Curate and optimise the NZ Herald homepage to maximise audience engagement and subscription growth.
Edit and produce high-quality content quickly and accurately, ensuring clarity, accuracy and consistency.
Craft compelling headlines, captions, intros and promotional copy tailored to different platforms and audiences.
Use audience data, analytics and A/B testing tools to make informed content decisions and improve performance.
Work with journalists, editors and production teams to enhance stories with visuals, video, graphics and interactive elements.
Upload and optimise content within the CMS, including SEO headlines, metadata and tagging.
Monitor breaking news and respond quickly to changing priorities in a busy newsroom environment.
Support social and digital channel curation when required.
Coach and collaborate with colleagues to continuously improve digital storytelling and production standards.
Maintain a strong understanding of media law, editorial standards and NZME policies.
ABOUT YOU
You'll be an experienced journalist, editor or digital producer who combines strong editorial judgement with a passion for digital storytelling.
You'll bring:
Experience working in a fast-paced newsroom or digital publishing environment.
Exceptional writing, editing and headline-writing skills.
Strong news judgement and an audience-first mindset.
Confidence using digital publishing systems, analytics tools and content management platforms.
The ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines under pressure.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
A proactive, adaptable and solutions-focused approach.
A commitment to continuous learning and embracing new technologies.
A strong understanding of media law, editorial ethics and industry best practice.
Most importantly, you'll be passionate about delivering quality journalism and helping NZ Herald remain New Zealand's most trusted and influential news destination.
WHAT'S ON OFFER
At NZME, you'll join a team that informs, entertains and connects audiences across Aotearoa every day.
We offer:
The opportunity to work for New Zealand's leading news brand.
A dynamic, digital-first newsroom environment.
Career development, learning and upskilling opportunities.
Access to industry-leading tools, technology and training.
A collaborative and supportive culture where great ideas are encouraged.
The chance to help shape the future of digital journalism in New Zealand.
A competitive remuneration package and a range of employee benefits.
All applicants will be asked about their working rights in New Zealand (e.g. citizen, resident, visa holder, or requiring sponsorship).
New Zealand Media and Entertainment (NZME) is an organisation with a portfolio of radio, digital, e-commerce and print brands producing fantastic content, targeting New Zealand audiences. Each week we connect with over 3.6 million Kiwis. Whether they’re reading, listening, or watching, we deliver them the content they need wherever and whenever they want it, across digital, print, radio and on-demand video platforms.
Offices: 2 Graham Street, Auckland, 1010, NZ
New Zealand Media and Entertainment (NZME) is an organisation with a portfolio of radio, digital, e-commerce and print brands producing fantastic content, targeting New Zealand audiences. Each week we connect with over 3.6 million Kiwis. Whether they’re reading, listening, or watching, we deliver them the content they need wherever and whenever they want it, across digital, print, radio and on-demand video platforms.
Offices: 2 Graham Street, Auckland, 1010, NZ
