Reporter - Cumbria and Northumberland

Job description

Reporter - Cumbria and Northumberland Application Deadline: 26 May 2026: Department: Editorial: Employment Type: Fixed Term - Full Time Location: Carlisle: Reporting To: Paul McTaggart: Description: Newsquest is seeking a reporter to join our team and help us expand our use of AI technology across Cumbria and Northumberland. The successful candidate will be at the forefront of this exciting era in journalism, utilising AI technology to create national, local, and hyper-local content for our news brands, while also applying their traditional journalism skills. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about journalism and the potential for AI to contribute to the way we produce and consume news, without losing sight of the importance of quality reporting and writing. You will have the opportunity to develop your news and technical skills, including learning how to manage and utilise AI technology effectively. You’ll play a key role in ensuring that our articles meet the highest standards of accuracy, information, and compliance with media law, utilising your journalistic expertise alongside AI tools. Key Responsibilities: - Work with an AI system to help write news arti...