Senior Publisher - Comment

Role purpose and overview

A senior role within the News publishing team focused on Comment, with responsibility for devising and executing publishing and promotion plans, sub-editing, building and revising articles, and ensuring the highest quality and presentation. 

Senior Publishers work closely with commissioners, visual teams and other publishers to develop articles. They will be involved in early commissioning discussions, and are expected to feed into ideas at the point of conception. On Comment, there is scope for creativity and independence in the Senior Publisher role.

Working alongside the Lead Publisher, they will be responsible for publishing Comment content in a timely way to the highest possible standards, ranging from snap responses to long-form articles. They will be expected to act up to cover Comment Lead Publisher on the rota, and to cover other senior News publishing roles if required. 

A broad range of skills is desirable, but strength in subbing is crucial.

This role will report to the Deputy Head of News Publishing.

Key responsibilities

• Work with the Lead Publisher in challenging and collaborating with commissioners, helping craft headlines, edit copy and schedule Comment articles
• Sub and build articles, especially Top Stories, under direction of the Lead Publisher and Head of Publishing. Ensure articles are clear and well-written, and have the right headlines and visual assets
• Publish snap comment pieces quickly and accurately
• Revise the copy, headlines and "build" of articles to verify the content is accurate and in accordance with house style, and that the files are optimised for our digital audiences
• Contribute to publishing plans for special projects and events alongside commissioners and LP. The SP may be expected to take personal ownership of the publishing of a special project, from planning to subbing and building
• Plan ahead to make sure publishing benchmarks are met and chase commissioners for copy. 
• Analyse audience data to learn what works for the Telegraph's readers and use this to inform publishing
• Liaise with Homepage & App and our Audience teams (Social, Newsletters, SEO, Community etc.) to plan and enhance our content across different platforms
• Commission and/or create creative visuals, gifs, carousels, graphics
• Work closely with news bloggers to feed in Comment posts

Key skills

• Significant experience of writing and sub-editing stories on digital platforms in News and Comment
• Strong editorial judgement, and the ability to distinguish quickly between good and bad ideas and pitches
• A high level of knowledge and interest in UK politics and current affairs
• An excellent writer with the ability to edit and improve copy quickly
• Quick, accurate subbing and ability to write sharp, digital-friendly headlines
• Digital publishing skills including knowledge of visual storytelling and a brilliant eye for video and pictures, as well as creative flair for info boxes, polls, graphics etc
• Enthusiasm and imagination for presenting stories digitally
• Able to respond well under pressure and adhere to strict deadlines
• Understanding of social media and SEO
• Familiarity with using content management systems for digital publishing

Our benefits

The nature of our industry means life at the Telegraph Media Group is fast-paced, demanding, and interesting. We also want it to be rewarding for everyone who works here by creating a suite of benefits that contribute to lifestyle choices and leisure activities. From dynamic working opportunities, medical cover, and parental leave (six months fully paid maternity leave and enhanced paternity/partner leave), to life assurance and season ticket loans, you can choose from a range of flexible benefits, designed to support your lifestyle and help you achieve a healthy work-life balance.

Training and development

With support from your manager and colleagues, you'll also have access to a variety of training and development opportunities through The Academy. Covering a range of personal and professional skills, our courses enable you to develop an enjoyable and rewarding career.

Our commitment to inclusion

At Telegraph Media Group, we foster a diverse and inclusive workplace and we are committed to building a team that reflects a wide variety of skills, perspectives and backgrounds. We believe in equality of opportunity and welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief.

We are proud to be a Level 3 Disability Confident Leader as part of the government's Disability Confident Scheme. If you are disabled or have a long-term health condition and would like support in applying for any of our roles or if you require any reasonable adjustments in the recruitment process with us, please make us aware.

To find out more about Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging at Telegraph Media Group, and for more information on our purpose, beliefs, and people values, please visit our website.