Political Correspondent - London, United Kingdom - ITV Jobs
Description
Political Correspondent, ITV News Calendar
ITV News Millbank
Permanent
Office location:
London
Salary:
£55,641
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.
And finally, we produce a range of current affairs & factual programming out of ITV Wales, UTV and ITV Border.
The role
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced TV journalist to join our Millbank team as Political Correspondent serving ITV News Calendar which covers Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, North Notts and North Derbyshire following Harry Horton's move to the ITV News national political team.
Our Political Correspondents report on regional political stories and features for the flagship 6pm News Programme, Monthly Political Programme, Bulletins and Online, by creating packages, appearing live or 'as live' and engaging in social media.
This role entails
As an ITV Political Correspondent you will have a passion for politics and an outstanding proven track record in journalistic originality and creativity with the ability to react effectively to breaking stories.
You will consistently generate original and creative ideas, write, package and edit material as required, exercising excellent editorial judgement whilst maintaining high journalistic standards.
Our Political Correspondents edit their own material so we expect you to be a quick, creative and polished editor to complement the newsgathering and story-telling skills you already possess.
You will be a confident communicator with the ability to deal with people at all levels and maintain a collaborative approach, liaising closely with the Westminster News Editor as well as the regional Newsdesk and Producers about the requirements for the programmes.
Skills you'll need (minimum criteria)
- Proven track record of delivering original, highquality and distinctive television and digital journalism.
- Proven technical ability (editing, live reporting and digital) to give your political coverage maximum impact whether package, live, online report or 'blog.'
- A passion for politics and a demonstrable knowledge of the current and past political world as well as a good knowledge of how parliament operates.
- Strong onscreen presence (which will be scored on your showreel).
Other things we're looking for (key criteria)
- An understanding of the importance of Diversity and Inclusion in determining output.
- A good knowledge of the ITV News Calendar region.
- The ability to demonstrate resilience and determination with a willingness to learn new skills.
- Experience of working effectively as part of a team.
- Experience of using Social Media as a promotional tool.
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: 10th May 2023
Interview date: 24th May
**Please note the notice period for this role is 2 months (this will include any new contracts/ secondments)
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