Radio Times Editorial Assistant, summer placement

Radio Times Editorial Assistant (summer placement)

This summer placement is paid at the equivalent of £25,000 a year

Immediate is home to some of the biggest and most loved consumer brands in the UK, including Radio Times, Good Food and BBC Gardeners World magazine. Our trusted, quality content reaches millions of people a month across digital, print, video, podcasts, apps and live events.

We’re the destination for people looking to get more from the things they love. We’re here to inspire, fuel, encourage and educate.

Whether it’s the big things, or the little things; from reaching fitness goals to savouring good food, cultivating outdoor spaces, or enjoying the latest TV sensation – we help bring our audiences joy!

About the role

Are you interested in digital publishing, long-form journalism, and helping shape how audiences engage with content in an app environment? Radio Times is offering a paid summer placement focused on editorial production and content repurposing for our award-winning app. You will contribute to a specialist project aimed at improving user engagement with the Radio Times app by surfacing and adapting archive content for a new digital context

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience with a respected UK media brand, working on a meaningful project that blends editorial judgement with digital tools and audience insight.

As an Editorial Assistant, you will;

• Source and repurpose long-form archive features originally published in print, selecting pieces that can resonate with today’s app users
• Use tools like Elvis (our archive platform), InDesign, and Fabric/WordPress to prepare content for digital republication
• Work closely with the App Editor to identify which TV shows or themes to prioritise, informed by data and analytics
• Use your editorial judgement to reshape, sub-edit, and format features for a mobile-first audience
• Support broader app content workflows, including TV recommendation lists
• Contribute to writing previews or reviews, depending on your interests and editorial strengths

What You’ll Learn

• How long-form print features are adapted for digital and mobile platforms
• The role of audience data in informing editorial decision-making
• Hands-on experience using professional CMS tools and editorial software
• How a cross-functional editorial team collaborates in a real newsroom environment
• How to write and edit copy for clarity, tone, and SEO performance
• The editorial process for one of the UK’s best-known entertainment brands

This placement is ideal for students, recent graduates, or career-changers who:

• Have a strong interest in editorial work, journalism, or media production
• Enjoy long-form storytelling, entertainment, and/or pop culture
• Have great attention to detail and a sharp editorial eye
• Are curious about how data and analytics inform digital publishing
• Are keen to develop real-world skills in a supportive and professional environment

You don’t need prior experience in journalism, just enthusiasm, a willingness to learn, and an interest in digital media.

• A relaxed working environment with regular socials
• Immediate Community webinars, well-being initiatives and Mental Health First aiders
• 25 days holiday annually
• Tailored training and development through our Learning platform
• A progressive and transparent culture with clear career progression
• Flexible / hybrid working plus early finish Fridays
• Cycle to work scheme
• A newly renovated modern office with lots of collaborative spaces

At Immediate, we pride ourselves on our open, collaborative, and dynamic culture that empowers our people to thrive and give their best. We care deeply about our people, environment, and impact. Our active Diversity & Inclusion network, comprehensive well-being programs, and clear sustainability strategies reflect this commitment.

People are at the heart of our business and creating a diverse and inclusive working environment is extremely important to us. Immediate is an equal opportunities employer. We’ll never treat anyone less favourably because of their sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, marital/civil partnerships, sexual orientation, race, nationality, ethnic origin, age, religion or belief or disability. We’re also committed to supporting applications from those who are returning to work following a career break, maternity leave or caring responsibilities.

Immediate is a place where you can grow, be supported, and make a difference.