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Journalist - Today

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BBC

21d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Design
    Media & Journalism
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You need significant journalism experience, strong political knowledge, radio tech skills, excellent news judgment, creativity, resilience under pressure, and an understanding of digital impact.
  • You will generate story ideas, book guests, brief presenters, create audio content, ensure high-quality journalism, and collaborate with teams while managing production decisions and diversity initiatives.

Requirements

  • Significant recent experience as a journalist – a self-starter with a strong track record of producing radio content for flagship programmes, fixing contributors and editing audio to the highest editorial standards.
  • Strong knowledge of the domestic news agenda, with in-depth knowledge of politics.
  • Ability to use radio recording technology (Marantz or equivalent) to gather and edit material for broadcast on location.
  • Excellent news judgment; the ability to identify news lines or news making interviewees, and a strong understanding of what programmes want to get out of interviews.
  • Creativity; proven ability to originate relevant content for a national audience in news or current affairs, and a solid track record of pitching ideas that get on air.
  • Resilient, able to work under pressure to meet deadlines and experience of responding to breaking news stories.
  • Understanding of how material can make an impact on digital platforms.

Responsibilities

  • Journalists on the Today Programme work to ensure the on-going high standard and creativity of the programme’s output.
  • They Are Principally Responsible For
  • Contributing original ideas and treatments for the day’s stories
  • Finding and booking guests for live interviews and discussions
  • Briefing presenters
  • Commissioning two-ways and packages from newsgathering correspondents
  • Making pieces of audio which meet the highest editorial and technical standards.
  • Journalists Will Also Need To
  • Taking responsibility for programme items; ensuring the journalism is imaginative, creative and of the highest possible quality to fulfil the needs of listeners
  • Programme objectives and strategies aimed at delivering the highest quality journalism
  • Working to ensure that decisions made during production are properly reflected in output
  • Collaboration with Newsgathering to ensure that correspondents and producers understand the programme's needs and are commissioned to meet its editorial requirements
  • Having a well-developed understanding of the law and producer guidelines as it relates to journalism
  • Understanding and implementing Health and Safety policies
  • Understanding and implementing on-air diversity initiatives.
  • The Today Programme is staffed 24 hours a day, 6 days a week and the successful candidate will be required to work a significant number of night shifts and weekends. There is also requirement to work off base on occasion. There may also be times when the journalist does some work for other Radio 4 programmes.

FAQs

What is the salary range for the Journalist position?

The salary range for this role is £27,300 - £35,150 plus London Weighting, depending on relevant skills, knowledge, and experience.

What is the duration of the contract for this position?

The contract for this position is 5 months.

Where is this job located?

The job is located in London.

Is flexible working an option for this role?

Yes, we are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements during the application process.

What benefits are offered with this role?

Benefits include a negotiable salary package, a flexible 35-hour working week, 25 days of annual leave with the option to buy an extra 5 days, a defined pension scheme, and discounts on dental, health care, gym memberships, and more.

What responsibilities will the journalist have on the Today Programme?

Responsibilities include contributing original ideas, finding and booking guests, briefing presenters, making audio pieces, and ensuring the journalism quality is of the highest standard.

What knowledge is required for this position?

A strong knowledge of domestic and world politics, along with significant experience as a journalist is required.

Will the journalist be required to work weekends or night shifts?

Yes, the successful candidate will be required to work a significant number of night shifts and weekends.

What kind of journalists are we looking for?

We are looking for creative, energetic, and resourceful journalists with significant recent experience, excellent news judgment, and a strong understanding of the digital landscape.

How can I address access requirements for the interview process?

You can contact reasonable.adjustments@bbc.co.uk to discuss any adjustments or access requirements for the interview process.

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