Overview
We are seeking a Multimedia Reporter to join our energetic and multi award-winning News team on a full-time permanent basis. The role is based in the South West of England and reports for the Greatest Hits Radio network and the Hits Radio network, with involvement across other Bauer brands as appropriate. You will be on the first line for breaking news, delivering vivid, engaging reports across radio and video, and reporting with authority.
As an ambassador for the station, you will bring excellent people skills, support a positive team culture, and be flexible as news does not adhere to office hours.
This is a full-time position based in the South West of England and is based at the successful candidate\'s home location, working remotely in daily collaboration with our dispersed team of journalists.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Sourcing, developing, and delivering breaking local news stories for radio, online, and social media platforms.
* Planning and producing compelling, locally relevant breakfast bulletin content with engaging audio/video.
* Reacting swiftly to breaking news and reporting live on location when required.
* Building and maintaining strong local contacts to uncover original and exclusive stories.
* Ensuring all content is legally sound, accurate, balanced, and Ofcom compliant.
* Editing and presenting bulletins, and supporting other news roles as needed across Bauer’s network.
* Collaborating with colleagues and contributing to a professional, positive working environment.
* Maintaining an up-to-date news diary and sharing weekly coverage plans with the news desk.
What You’ll Bring
* Deliver reports with authority and integrity; react to breaking news and uncover original stories across on-air, online, and social platforms.
* Recognised journalism qualification, a full driving licence, and the ability to broadcast or post content that is legally sound, Ofcom-compliant, accurate and balanced.
* Understanding and experience of modern audio/video broadcasting platforms and how they can support delivering news to diverse audiences.
* Knowledge of stories that resonate with Bauer’s audiences.
Requirements
* 3+ years of experience in news reporting.
* Full clean driver\'s licence.
* Third-level degree in Journalism or a related discipline.
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