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At the FT, curiosity thrives and ambitious thinking is rewarded. Here, you’re given the chance to reach millions, create work that matters and deliver impartial journalism in a polarised world.
In our warm, collaborative culture, you’ll connect with a diverse community of experts who support your growth, career aspirations and wellbeing.
Your future at the FT will be filled with opportunities that challenge and inspire you. With no fixed path, you’ll discover new skills and forge a career that can take you anywhere.
Build a newsworthy career at the FT.
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We believe in the power of unique perspectives and want all voices in our organisation to be heard, respected and valued. A supportive workplace is one where employees feel they can be themselves and operate to their full potential. We are committed to removing barriers for everyone, with a focus on addressing those faced by underrepresented groups.
The Role
The Explainer Editor/Writer will commission, edit, write and sometimes voice explainers that enhance our coverage across a wide range of topics, from financial markets to geopolitics. This role will work closely with newsroom colleagues across desks, ensuring our explainers are well-researched, and engaging. The ideal candidate will be adept at distilling complexity into clarity, have a strong sense of what readers need to know, and be able to shape explainers in text and other formats, including video. This role is a 12 month fixed term contract.
What you’ll do
- Commission, write, and edit explainers that demystify breaking news, complex economic trends, and more.
- Balance short-term and long-term projects, ensuring we deliver both timely news explainers and evergreen guides with lasting relevance.
- Collaborate with the video and social media teams to shape explainer videos, making sure scripts are clear, concise, and visually engaging.
- Collaborate across teams to ensure explainers align with broader newsroom coverage, maximising their impact.
- Use audience data to guide coverage, identifying gaps in understanding and making sure our explainers resonate with the right readers and viewers.
- Keep our explainers sharp—you’ll fact-check, simplify jargon, and ensure we maintain our high editorial standards.
What you’ll need
- Proven editorial experience in a fast-paced news environment.
- A keen knowledge of what needs explaining — from news to work and careers.
- Strong writing and editing skills, with an ability to distill complex topics into accessible, engaging prose.
- Experience in video scripting or working alongside video teams to create compelling explainer content.
- A collaborative mindset, with the ability to work across teams and formats.
- A sharp eye for accuracy, clarity, and audience needs.
- Experience using web publishing tools and analytics to inform content decisions.
Desireable, but not essential
- Familiarity with SEO best practices for evergreen explainers.
- A track record of experimenting with new formats, whether short-form social explainers or newsletter-driven deep dives.
Please submit your application by the end of the day, Wednesday 30th April 2025.
