Digital Editorial Internship

Centurycomm Ltd is a media company which focuses on horseracing, greyhounds, football and sports betting. The company publishes a daily national newspaper and runs multiple websites and mobile products including RACINGPOST.com . It also has an iPad newspaper app and a growing syndication operation as well as two weekly newspapers and a books division. The business employs approximately 280 permanent staff and also hires freelancers and contractors.

The business has invested significantly in the development of digital services for both existing and potential markets. Racing Post is a leading digital publisher with a number of world-class websites, spearheaded by RACINGPOST.com, which includes an online subscription service. Racing Post has developed award-winning mobile and tablet products which are crucial in extending the appeal of the brand to a new audience. In addition to racing-related products, the company is also expanding its digital product range into sports such as football.

DIGITAL EDITORIAL INTERNSHIP

LOCATION: CANARY WHARF, LONDON

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic individual, with a strong interest in horseracing and a good understanding of digital journalism, for an internship in our Digital Editorial and Audio-Visual Departments.

This internship will be full-time, for the duration of six months and will be paid with mentoring provided throughout.

The Ideal candidate will be an ambitious, confident, highly motivated self-starter with a strong interest in journalism. They will be educated to A Level standard or equivalent. E xemplary verbal communication skills and a high standard of written English, with excellent attention to detail is essential.

They should also possess the following attributes:

- Good awareness of and keen interest in digital and social media trends
- Positive and enthusiastic in approach
- A high level of creativity
- Ability to manage and prioritise multiple simultaneous projects.
- Strong interpersonal skills

Ideally the successful candidate would possess:

- Qualification or experience in digital journalism
- Demonstrable journalistic and research skills for digital platforms
- Interest in producing audio-visual content

Closing date for all applications is 5pm, Friday, May 9, 2014.