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Posted 1 day ago, 12 Jun
Job ref: a00198f88f7d45f19c42a64c1604b6d3
Full Job Description
- To produce high quality and compliant bulletins across all of our output (breakfast, lunch, late and weekends), operating effectively in a live gallery, making decisions under pressure where necessary and giving clear instructions to the presenter over timings and scripting amendments during broadcast
- To write stories and scripts that are accurate, compliant, and engaging
- To be proficient at editing pictures using the editing software provided
- To create accurate graphics for bulletins, programmes and packages which clearly illustrate stories and communicate ideas using the template based graphic system
- To curate ITV's Digital offering on the website or ITVX as required
- To assist the news desk or planning team with research, planning and newsgathering
- To generate original and creative ideas, contributing to the news agenda of the day, on-screen and online
- To research story ideas thoroughly and creatively for on-air and online output
- To make, maintain and nurture a wide range of relevant contacts
- To meet all online and on-air deadlines throughout the day, reacting quickly to breaking stories, and regularly liaising with the news desk
- To exercise excellent editorial judgement, maintaining professional journalistic standards and adhering to ITV's Legal & Compliance, ITV Trust and OFCOM guidelines
- To be proactive about diversity, equity and inclusion ensuring the output reflects new stories and issues across the audience spectrum
- To be able to perform all the roles consistently regardless of weekend, early or late working, Because of the nature of news production, there will be occasions when you are required to work long and unsociable hours at short notice. Some members of the Production Team may be required to travel to district offices or to work in other news operations as well as attending relevant forums, development sessions and meetings off site as part of their role
We are looking for an experienced and multi-skilled Production Journalist to join our broadcast and digital news team at ITV News Border. The successful candidate will be a self-motivated journalist, who loves the production and teamworking involved in news. You'll have a current contacts list, bulging with links to different communities, the ability to bring in ideas and a clear understanding of how to get them to air. As a Production Journalist you will have superb organisation skills with the ability to set up all the key elements of a story for television news. You will be able to cope well under pressure and be able to meet frequent tight deadlines. The role is based in our Carlisle newsroom, and the successful candidate will work on television and digital news production, from producing early, late and weekend bulletins and planning stories, to creating online content that enhances our reputation and engages our digital audience. You will have outstanding written and verbal communications skills, and the ability to demonstrate good working relationships with colleagues and external contacts. You will have excellent editorial judgement and social media skills. You will be qualified in Media Law and have a thorough understanding of the Ofcom Code. So, if you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same and you have the journalistic skills that will help us achieve our goals, we'd love to hear from you., - Fully qualified NCTJ, BJTC or equivalent experience
- Working knowledge of Ofcom code, media law and compliance
- Evidence of researching and developing original ideas
- Evidence of taking a creative approach to storytelling, treatments and production for both on-air and online
- Knowledge and understanding of digital platforms and how to tap into new audiences online
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to plan multiple stories while prioritising tasks
- Strong writing skills for TV and digital (accurate spelling and grammar essential)
- Excellent news judgement with a comprehensive knowledge of and interest in national and regional news
- A strong knowledge of the patch, its cultural heritage and an awareness of the types of stories that engage our audiences
- A proven track record of producing excellent content to deadline and under pressure Other things we're looking for (key criteria)
- Confident and clear communication skills, with the ability to source contributors and put them at their ease to get the best story possible
- The ability to work well in a team environment
- The ability to use initiative, be self-motivated and quick-thinking
- The ability to remain calm and resilient in what is often a busy work environment
- The willingness and aptitude to learn other skills and to be happy to share skills with others for the benefit of the whole team
- The ability to work to deadlines
- The ability to make strong and decisive decisions under pressure
- The ability to bring in stories from underrepresented people from across our region as well as underrepresented parts of the patch
- A positive attitude to work
- A resilience and ability to thrive working in a constantly changing news agenda
- Excellent attention to detail
- Social Media/Digital awareness
- An enthusiasm and willingness to embrace further changes in technology and workflow.
- The aptitude to use the full range of digital newsroom technology
- Clear understanding of and commitment to DE&I and Health & Safety policies
What is the magic of ITV? It starts with a simple love of television. Watching it, creating it, talking about it. Whether it's daytime or primetime, for downtime or anytime. We're inspired by our audiences. Who helps shape what we make. Standing shoulder to shoulder with them. Because what matters to them, matters to us. Starting conversations. Winning hearts. Changing minds and sometimes even society itself. Big or small, what we make makes an impact.Carlisle Unit 1 Block C, Clifford Court Parkhouse Business Park Cooper Way, Carlisle, GB, CA3 0JG - Flexible working with a range of options
- Generous holiday allowance, plus you can buy more
- Annual bonus opportunity
- Competitive pension contribution
- Save as you earn - with an opportunity to buy ITV shares
- Wellbeing and volunteering days plus a wide range of opportunities to help you live a balanced and healthy life
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