Description
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
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
1. Work across the newsdesk, on output and digital platforms and out of the office
2. Key liaison point between newsdesk and on-the-road teams
3. To answer newsdesk phones, dealing with callers and prioritising information
4. Coordinate the assignment of crews
5. Assist the newseditors with interview bids and finding contributors
6. Field produce when required including carrying out interviews
7. Curating content for the news service on ITVX, clipping video from ITV News’ television bulletins and publishing directly to the news ‘rail’ on ITVX
8. Editing video content using Adobe Premiere and Avid
9. Publishing content to ITVX and to platforms using a content management system
10. Create compelling thumbnails for news video,
11. Researching and selecting archive
12. Sourcing and logging picture and stills
13. 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
14. You must possess either the relevant journalism qualification (BJTC, NCTJ or equivalent) or have relevant journalism/newsroom experience
15. Excellent communicator, calm under pressure and a team player
16. A good understanding of technology – ability to edit is a plus
17. Good organisational skills coupled with the ability to multi-task under pressure, whilst retaining strong attention to detail
18. Flexible worker with a positive, proactive approach to problem solving
19. An excellent general knowledge of news and current affairs
20. A genuine interest in, and knowledge of, the ITV News agenda
21. Good knowledge of Ofcom regulations and the laws affecting journalists
22. Awareness of Health and Safety requirements
23. A full, clean UK driving licence is desirable