Bauer Media - Content Creator (Celebrity News & Features)

Content Creator is needed in London, United Kingdom.

Client: Bauer Media

Location: London, United Kingdom

Contract: Full-time

Job Description

Do you know your Love Island from your Loose Women? Your Hollywood gossip from your royal news? The biggest brands in UK showbiz are looking for their next content creator. Working primarily on both print and digital titles, the right candidate will be responsible for pitching and writing engaging, informative, and breaking news content across our titles. We are seeking a talented writer with a nose for a good story who is eager to rub shoulders with stars at glitzy events and red carpets, as well as attend face-to-face interviews with celebrities. Reporting directly to the content editor, the ideal candidate will be passionate about all things celebrity and possess an in-depth knowledge of current affairs and pop culture.

Requirements

What you’ll bring:

• A love of all things showbiz and celebrity, from the latest on who’s dating who to the gossip everyone can’t stop talking about.
• A passion for reality TV – especially Love Island, Strictly Come Dancing, and I’m a Celeb.
• A wide breadth of knowledge across the celebrity world.
• Excellent written and communication skills.
• A collaborative mindset, can-do attitude, and a willingness to learn.
• An understanding of SEO.
• Good experience of writing for both print and digital platforms.
• Good time management skills and flexibility on your working schedule.
• A keen desire to attend out-of-hours events, sometimes requiring weekend work.
• Experience working in a fast-paced newsroom is desirable.

Key Responsibilities

• Pitch a list of news story ideas and interview opportunities daily, always thinking one step ahead of competitors.
• Write high-quality and engaging news stories and interviews to tight deadlines.
• Chase interview opportunities, RSVP to events, and stay abreast of all celebrity news.
• Attend events and red carpets, creating a database of contacts and engaging with relevant stars.
• Interview celebrities face-to-face or over the phone, crafting the right questions to obtain the best news lines.
• Work closely with colleagues and the content editor to develop existing ideas and create new angles and concepts.

About Bauer Media Group

Bauer Media Group is a media business focused on creating content that matters to millions of people across Europe. Our offerings extend from print and online publishing to audio broadcasting and entertainment. We are one of Europe’s largest publishers, reaching over 61 million listeners weekly through our radio and podcast brands in multiple countries. Family-owned in the 5th generation, our workforce of 12,000 shares a common purpose: to deliver content and services that enrich people’s everyday lives.

What’s in it For You

• 25 days holiday, bank holidays, and 2 volunteer days.
• Access to internal training provider – Bauer Academy.
• Enhanced Maternity/Adoption, Paternity, and Shared Parental Leave Pay.
• Flexible working opportunities.
• And much more!