On-screen Journalist - Edinburgh, United Kingdom - ITV Jobs

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On-Screen Journalist

ITV Border

12 month FTC

Office location:
Edinburgh

Hiring range:
£26,329 - £49,343

Your work matters to millions.
Shaping culture is in the DNA of ITV.

So, it's not surprising that you'll find us in every home in the UK, our productions are famous all over the world and we're at the forefront of the digital streaming revolution.

When you join us, you enter a fun working environment. With opportunities to learn, to grow and make a real difference. Small enough that your impact's felt in the business, but big enough that your impact reaches millions of people.

Come develop your skills, change TV and the course of your career. Don't just watch it. Be part of it. Join ITV.

Your impact sends ripples.

The team

Our News team delivers high quality and trustworthy television and online coverage that regularly attracts audiences in excess of 3.5 million viewers.

It's a fast moving environment with a huge variety of roles and challenges on offer. We operate in 11 main news production centres across England, Northern Ireland, Wales and the Channel Islands. We also have a Political Unit and a Weather centre based in Millbank, London.

And finally, we produce a range of current affairs & factual programming out of ITV Wales, UTV and ITV Border.

The role
We are looking for an experienced On-Screen Journalist to join our popular current affairs programme Representing Border.

The show is produced in Holyrood Tuesday to Thursday and it covers Scottish and UK politics from a South of Scotland perspective.

You will be a talented television journalist with an exemplary knowledge of Scottish and UK politics, an excellent contacts book and a proven track record in news production.

Knowledge of current affairs programming will be an advantage. You will have a confident knowledge of the Ofcom Code and media law.

You'll have some experience of directing camera crews, and be able to self-shoot material to supplement those crew days.

A solid background in television news journalism is essential.

If you love a fast-paced environment where every day is different, and you have the journalistic skills that will help us achieve our goals, then we'd love to hear from you.

On-Screen Journalists are required to provide their own means of transport to and from location. The vehicle must be appropriately insured, taxed and maintained. ITV will cover mileage expenses in line with HMRC regulations.
This is a demanding role requiring long and sometimes unsociable hours at short notice.
This is a physically demanding role requiring individuals to transport, carry and operate a camera (and associated equipment) on a regular basis. A preemployment health check is required.
The rostered hours for this role will include weekend, early and late working.

Skills you'll need (minimum criteria)

Proven track record of delivering impactful, original, highquality & distinctive journalism.
Proven technical ability (self shooting, editing, live reporting & digital) to give the story maximum impact as part of a package, online report, 'blog' or as a 'live'.
A strong knowledge of media law & compliance and the ability to exercise excellent editorial judgement.
Understanding and knowledge of Scottish Government affairs and politics.

Other things we're looking for (key criteria)

The ability to demonstrate resilience & determination with a willingness to learn new skills.
Experience of working effectively as part of a team.
An understanding of the importance of Diversity & Inclusion in determining output.

ITV is for everyone.

Because those who make an impact deserve to be rewarded for it.

ITV offers some great rewards and benefits including

Flexible working options available
Generous holiday allowance, plus you can buy more
Annual bonus opportunity
Competitive pension contribution
Save as you earn with an opportunity to buy ITV shares
Wellbeing and volunteering days plus a wide range of opportunities to help you live a balanced and healthy life

More about our benefits

Closing date midnight Thursday 14th September 2023
**Please note the notice period for this role is 2 months (this will include any new contracts/ secondments)