Assistant Producer - Sky Sports News (6month FTC)
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Part of a production team working both early and day shifts on rotation. Will edit picture, write scripts and produce content for TV and other platforms. Will showcase a strong knowledge and love for sport, having sound understanding of journalism. Need to understand what makes a good story and have a grasp of the stories of the day.
What You’ll Do
* Assist Deputy Producer/Producer to produce morning & daytime output on Sky Sports News.
* Take responsibility for the production and development of major/key stories.
* Help to produce innovative and imaginative ways of delivering the content.
* Help oversee the production of content, ensuring it meets the editorial standards laid out in the SSN style guide.
* Suggest ideas & story treatments; encourage contributions from the production and graphic teams.
* Responsible for creating & producing Sky News Sports Bulletins.
* Produce graphics using the LUCI system.
* Work closely with Presenters & Directors.
What You'll Bring
* Experience of working effectively in a team; displaying excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Desirable but not essential, background of producing in Automated Gallery.
* Demonstrate ability to work with video in a fast‑paced editorial environment with tight deadlines.
* Demonstrate good production skills, excellent understanding of grammar, spelling & journalistic principles.
* A creative and innovative individual, who is keen to embrace new ideas and technology.
* Strong and wide‑ranging sports knowledge.
* A strong work ethic, a willingness to work unsociable hours and a desire to get involved in all aspects of the business when necessary.
Sky Sports
We deliver the most innovative and best Sports content experience to our customers across all platforms. We promote continuous innovation, driving value for our customers and high‑quality output. Everyone is passionate about sport and proud of the work that they undertake both on screen and behind the scenes.
The Rewards
There's a reason people can't stop talking about! Our great range of rewards really are something special, here are just a few:
* Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place
* A generous pension package
* Private healthcare
* Discounted mobile and broadband
* Access a wide range of best‑in‑class Sky VIP rewards and experiences
Where You’ll Work
Osterley Campus is a 10‑minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Shuttle buses run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. The campus offers subsidised restaurants, cafés, a Waitrose, gym, cinema, beauty salon and more.
Inclusion
Recognised as an ‘Inclusive Top 50 Employer’ and a ‘Times Top 50 Employer for Women’, we’re working hard to ensure we’re a truly inclusive place to work. We will support flexible working and, if needed, adjustments to the recruitment process.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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