Inside journalism careers with JUK

Welcome to our new newsletter! Every Monday, we'll land in your inbox with one clear mission: to help you grow, adapt, and thrive in the ever-changing journalism industry.

After months of listening to what you actually need (not just what we think you need), we're launching something different. New training courses built around real industry challenges. A revamped jobs board that cuts through the clutter. And in every edition, you will find the insights and insider intelligence you need to make your next smart career move.

Whether you're sharpening existing skills, pivoting to new beats, or hunting for your next role, consider this newsletter your trusted partner.

Ready to explore what we've built for you? Scroll on.

P.S. We're always listening. Dream course we should create? Topic we should cover? Hit reply or email ophelia@journalism.co.uk.

This week in training

Next January, we're bringing back our in-person training courses for the first time in over five years, starting with a full day AI bootcamp in London. We're thrilled to be working with Harriet Meyer, creator of AI for Media and an award-winning journalist, editor and trainer.

Harriet writes:

"Your journalistic instincts are more valuable than ever when it comes to getting the best from AI. What matters is understanding the fundamentals - how to prompt effectively, how to spot when AI is making stuff up, and how to recognise bias in its outputs.

"I started experimenting with generative AI a few years ago, driven by the familiar fear that these speedy machine brains might replace writers. Like many journalists, I threw a few prompts into ChatGPT, rolled my eyes at the results, but felt that flicker of unease.

"Over time, I've come to view AI as a way to return to what journalism does best: questioning our assumptions, re-examining what audiences truly need, and doubling down on clarity, accuracy, and trust.
That shift in perspective is what I help journalists uncover in training. Time and again, I see journos arrive sceptical and leave genuinely energised. They've moved past the fear to understand what AI can actually do for their workflow, with immediately actionable skills."

Explore AI bootcamp

👩‍💻 Latest job openings

Featured:
AI expansion reporter at The Dorset Echo
The Dorset Echo is seeking an AI-assisted reporter to join their team and help them expand their use of AI and deliver first-class digital news coverage driving audiences across Dorset

Deputy video news editor at The Telegraph
The Telegraph seeks a deputy video news editor to join their London team
Senior reporter at Eastern Daily Press
The EDP is looking for a senior reporter to join its newsroom in Norwich
Digital reporter at Newsquest
Newsquest Cumbria is looking for a talented digital reporter to join their busy team.Covering titles including The News & Star and The Whitehaven News, the hybrid role is based in their office in Carlisle, with a mix of home working days
Audience editor (engagement and monetisation) at Reach PLC
Reach are looking for an Audience Editor to join their Engagement and Monetisation team, focusing on driving revenue from social media platforms across all titles
Engagement producer (engagement and monetisation) at Reach PLC
Reach are looking for an Engagement Producer to deliver engaging content on social media platforms with the aim of driving organic revenue across all titles

Other listings:
Deputy editor at The Pharmacist, Pulse PCN and Healthcare Leader
Senior reporter at Responsible Investor
Editorial assistant at Oceanographic magazine

💡 Tip of the week

Don't be the only one answering questions in a job interview - journalists should be inquisitive by nature, and you'll benefit from making it a two-way conversation.