To fulfil a number of editorial and logistical roles for ITV News working on the Newsdesk and on Output teams. The role works on a roster pattern across different desks, early, late, weekend and overnight work will be required.
Key Responsibilities
* Work across the newsdesk, on output and digital platforms and out of the office
* Key liaison point between newsdesk and on-the-road teams
* To answer newsdesk phones, dealing with callers and prioritising information
* Coordinate the assignment of crews
* Assist the newseditors with interview bids and finding contributors
* Field produce when required including carrying out interviews
* Curating content for the news service on ITVX, clipping video from ITV News’ television bulletins and publishing directly to the news ‘rail’ on ITVX
* Editing video content using Adobe Premiere and Avid
* Publishing content to ITVX and to itv.com/news platforms using a content management system
* Create compelling thumbnails for news video
* Researching and selecting archive
* Sourcing and logging picture and stills
* Ensure ITV News coverage reflects and showcases a diverse range of opinions, matters and communities and champions diversity
These are the main requirements of the role and is not an exhaustive list of duties. It is intended to reflect the nature, range, and context of the work, which will change over time.
Key Requirements
* You must possess either the relevant journalism qualification (BJTC, NCTJ or equivalent) or have relevant journalism/newsroom experience
* Excellent communicator, calm under pressure and a team player
* A good understanding of technology – ability to edit is a plus
* Good organisational skills coupled with the ability to multi-task under pressure, whilst retaining strong attention to detail
* Flexible worker with a positive, proactive approach to problem solving
* An excellent general knowledge of news and current affairs
* A genuine interest in, and knowledge of, the ITV News agenda
* Good knowledge of Ofcom regulations and the laws affecting journalists
* Awareness of Health and Safety requirements
* A full, clean UK driving licence is desirable
Our people are at the heart of everything we do at ITN. It’s vital that our workforce reflects the diversity of both our audience and the wider society in the UK, so we’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer and we actively seek candidates from diverse backgrounds and communities. We also recognise the importance of a good work / life balance, so we do everything we can to accommodate flexible working, including part-time and job shares for all our roles. Please just let us know in your application or at any stage throughout the process if this is something you want to explore.
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