Learn more webinar: The Maisie Hylton sub-editing fellowship

Closing date to sign up: 27th November at 5pm

Event date: Thursday 28th November, 5 pm – 6 pm via Zoom 

Want to find out more about this exciting opportunity at the Financial Times for aspiring sub-editors from the Black community? 

Hear from professionals about what it’s like working at the Financial Times, exactly what the Maisie Hylton sub-editing fellowship involves and their top tips, advice and guidance on making a strong application.  

The Fellowship is a six-month, paid contract in the heart of the FT’s London newsroom. The successful candidate will be trained by experienced sub-editors on the crucial final stages of the news production process. You will learn how to sense-check articles, edit for accuracy and clarity, and write engaging headlines and other display copy before pressing the button to publish. 

Book now to secure your place at our Learn More Webinar: The Maisie Hylton sub-editing fellowship taking place on Thursday 28th November, 5 pm – 6 pm via Zoom. 

About the Financial Times  
 
Across the FT Group, our people are united by a mission to deliver world-class information, news and services to our global audiences. We're a digital-first organisation made up of journalists, technologists, product managers, event planners, strategists, commercial and finance experts, marketing and communications specialists - and much more. Our strength is in our employees. 

We have offices in more than 35 cities, including London, New York, Hong Kong, Beijing, Manila, Sofia, San Francisco and Tokyo. Join us and find an inclusive and fast-paced environment with unique opportunities to support every step of your career.  

Join this virtual webinar to learn:

• About the Financial Times and what it’s like working at one of the world’s leading news organisations 
• What the Maisie Hylton sub-editing fellowship involves and how it’s structured 
• Hear from a former fellow on their journey
• Top tips, advice and guidance   

Panellists 

• Tom Stokes, Head of Digital Publishing, The Financial Times 
• Vanessa Brown, Digital Editor, World News at Financial Times and former fellow

Explore the Maisie Hylton sub-editing fellowship here. Applications close Wednesday 1 January at 11.59 pm. 

Note: This training opportunity is open exclusively to Black candidates to help address historical under-representation in the creative industries and support greater diversity.