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Description
This position fulfills various newsgathering roles across the Channel 5 news and planning desks. You will assist our News Editors and planning team with TV and digital output, securing content and guests, and assigning resources. The successful candidate will be proactive in finding story elements, understand the 5 News agenda, and have the energy and enthusiasm to deliver distinctive programmes. Appreciation of social media's importance and collaboration with correspondents to promote content online are essential.
Note: If you have participated in ITN's schemes, please inform us.
Interviews will be held on Monday 29th July and Tuesday 30th July.
Key Responsibilities
1. Assist News Editors, Planning Editor, and Planning Deputy News Editor as required
2. Answer news desk phones, handle callers, and prioritize information
3. Book and liaise with potential guests or contributors, negotiating fees within budget
4. Communicate information clearly and concisely
5. Coordinate assignment and briefing of newsgathering staff
6. Act as liaison between the news desk and on-the-road teams
7. Manage PRs and publicity to secure high-profile guests
8. Log pictures as needed
9. Be aware of copyright, access information, and ITN compliance rules
10. Research, locate, and negotiate acquisition of stills and video within budget
11. Source and secure social media content for TV and digital output
12. Handle queries and facilitate special commissions
13. Research stories and secure filming opportunities
14. Coordinate with ITV News, Channel 4 News, and ITN Productions to ensure content consistency and avoid duplication
15. Identify and develop opportunities for digital content, collaborating with the news desk, planning team, and Digital Editor
16. Maintain accurate logging of material and ensure compliance with ITN policies on clip coding
17. Coordinate with the rostering team regarding staff availability
18. Occasionally act as Deputy News Editor
Key Requirements
* Good communication skills
* Ability to work calmly under pressure
* Strong team player
* Excellent organizational and prioritization skills with attention to detail
* Flexible with a positive problem-solving approach
* Ability to interact with high-profile public figures
* Genuine interest in and knowledge of the 5 News agenda
* Understanding of differences between TV and digital content/output
* Knowledge of social media as a newsgathering tool
* Interpersonal skills for dealing with diverse individuals
* Engagement with new technologies and methods
* Knowledge of Ofcom regulations and ITN compliance manual
* Awareness of Health and Safety requirements
* Understanding of financial implications of decisions
* Previous newsroom experience preferred
* Candidates must have a journalistic background or training
This list is not exhaustive and reflects the current scope of work, which may evolve over time.
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