GB News

Broadcast Media Production and Distribution201-500 employeesWebsite

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GB News is a broadcast media production and distribution company. With a company size of 201-500 employees, GB News is currently hiring. GB News currently has three open positions for Assistant Editors. All three positions are for a 12-month contract. Two positions are based in London, while one is located in Washington, D.C. The positions require 40 hours of work per week. **Assistant Editor, Washington DC (On-site):** This role will be based in London. The Assistant Editor will play a key role in shaping the editorial content and direction of the program, *The Late Show Live*. Key responsibilities include supporting the Senior Editor in editorial planning, leading daily editorial meetings, writing and editing scripts, reacting to breaking news, collaborating with on-air talent, overseeing live reports, ensuring adherence to editorial standards, and acting as a point of contact for the UK editorial team. The ideal candidate will have experience in a senior editorial role, a deep understanding of UK and international affairs, excellent editorial judgment, outstanding scriptwriting skills, and the ability to handle breaking news. **Assistant Editor, Washington DC (FTC):** This role is based in Washington, D.C. and is open to applicants from the UK and D.C. As with the other Assistant Editor roles, the successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the editorial content and direction of *The Late Show Live*. In addition to the responsibilities of the other Assistant Editor roles, this position will also require the candidate to brief on-air talent daily using Saga and Mimir, liaise with the newsdesk, and build relationships with contacts in Washington. **Assistant Editor (On-site):** Based in London, this role also focuses on supporting *The Late Show Live*. The responsibilities and requirements are similar to the London-based Assistant Editor role, including supporting the Senior Editor, leading editorial meetings, writing scripts, handling breaking news, collaborating with talent, and ensuring compliance with standards. The roles require candidates to utilize the following technology stacks: editorial planning, content development, scriptwriting, sub-editing, breaking news handling, team management, leadership, collaboration, news judgment, production coordination, compliance knowledge, digital news familiarity, international affairs understanding, creativity, and communication. The Washington, D.C. (FTC) role also lists the use of digital content, interview shaping, research, time management, and audience engagement. The Assistant Editor positions have different remote policies. The positions based in London are on-site. The Washington, D.C. (FTC) position is hybrid. **Q: What is the primary focus of the Assistant Editor roles?** A: All three Assistant Editor roles focus on supporting *The Late Show Live*, a nightly news and current affairs program. **Q: What are the primary responsibilities of the Assistant Editor roles?** A: The key responsibilities include supporting editorial planning and production, leading editorial meetings, writing and editing scripts, handling breaking news, collaborating with on-air talent, and ensuring adherence to editorial standards. **Q: Where are the Assistant Editor positions located?** A: There are two positions in London and one in Washington, D.C. **Q: Are these positions full-time?** A: Yes, all positions require 40 hours per week. **Q: What is the contract length for these positions?** A: All three Assistant Editor positions are for a 12-month contract. **Q: What skills are essential for the Assistant Editor roles?** A: Essential skills include experience in a senior editorial role, a strong understanding of UK and international news, excellent editorial judgment, and strong scriptwriting and sub-editing skills. **Q: What are the remote policies for these positions?** A: The London-based positions are on-site. The Washington, D.C. (FTC) position is hybrid.