The Week Junior is a multi-award-winning news magazine for eight-to-14-year olds. It nurtures children's natural curiosity and helps them make sense of the world. The title's success is driven by our deep understanding of the needs of our target audience – both the children who read the magazine and the adults who buy it for them – as well as an uncompromising commitment to creating high quality content that is clear, accessible, engaging and accurate.
What you'll be doingReporting to the Editor, you'll be responsible for planning, assigning and editing key sections of the weekly magazine. You'll help decide the line-ups for each of these sections, working with the editor and writers to determine the correct mix, balance and priority of stories.
You'll work with designers and picture editors to ensure that every page is eye-catching and accessible to our readers. Along with the writers and production team you'll ensure that copy is perfectly pitched for its audience – engaging, informative and pin-sharp in terms of clarity and accuracy. You'll also contribute to our podcast and get involved with the inception, execution and delivery of brand campaigns, events and extensions.
Experience that will put you ahead of the curve- Understanding of our target audience and what they need from us
- Strong editing and writing skills combined with a keen eye for colour, image and layout
- Ability to think quickly, see problems coming and solve them swiftly
- A commitment to maintaining our award-winning standards and reputation for quality and trust
The expected range for this role is £30,000 - £40,000.
This is a Hybrid role from our London Office, working 3 days from the office, 2 from home
… Plus more great perks, which include;
- Uncapped leave, because we trust you to manage your workload and time
- When we hit our targets, enjoy a share of our profits with a bonus
- Refer a friend and get rewarded when they join Future
- Well-being support with access to our Colleague Assistant Programmes
- Opportunity to purchase shares in Future, with our Share Incentive Plan
Internal job family level E5
CLOSING DATE for applications: 1st June 2026.
Who are we…We're Future, the global leader in specialist media. With over 3,000 employees working across 200+ media brands, Future is a prime destination for passionate people worldwide looking to consume trusted, expert content that educates and inspires action - both online and off - through our specialist websites, magazines, events, newsletters, podcasts and social spaces.
We've got ambitious plans that further build on our growth momentum and unlock new opportunities – and we're looking for driven people who want to be a part of it!
Our Future, Our Responsibility - Inclusion and Diversity at FutureWe embrace and celebrate diversity, making it part of who we are.
Different perspectives spark ideas, fuel creativity, and push us to innovate. That's why we're building a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.
When it comes to hiring, we keep it fair and inclusive, welcoming talent from every walk of life. It's not just about what you bring to the table — it's about making sure the table has room for everyone.
Because a diverse team isn't just good for business. It's the Future.
Find out more about Our Future, Our Responsibility on our website.
Please let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments made so we can give you the best experience!
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Future (futureplc.com) London, England Office
London, United Kingdom
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