Senior Broadcast Journalist

Full Job Description

Senior Broadcast Journalist, London Live

Reports to: Head of News

About us:

Available on Freeview Channel 8, Sky 117, Virgin 159 and truly multiplatform from launch, London Live broadcasts a mix of original entertainment programming, live events and music, cutting edge film making and documentaries, alongside 1 hour of live news every day.

London Live targets a modern, urban, knowing and contemporary audience. They know that London can prove a challenging city to live in, but they’re optimistic about the success they can achieve and ambitious about where they want to be. We’re proud to be a showcase for the freshest new talent, both behind and in front of the cameras.

This role is within the London Live News Team and will support the making of the News and Current affairs content as well as the hire of the studio to external clients. You’ll be the main point of contact for all IT and technical issues and advice

About the role:

This is a key role within our News team working both in the office/studio and remotely. You will get involved in all stages of the production process from coming up with initial pitches and stories, filming and interviewing, writing scripts, editing final pieces and presenting the New at Six show. This is an amazing opportunity for someone who has experience in the industry and are looking to develop certain skills. There will be opportunities to do on-screen reporting, presenting and producing/outputting of the News at Six programme.

About you:

• A competent broadcast journalist with a relevant journalism qualification.
• Newsroom experience with an in-depth knowledge of media law and ethics.
• A motivated individual who is brimming with ideas and suggestions for stories and guests.
• Ability to work alone and as part of a team to create video content and scripts for our linear and social media channels.
• Excellent organisations skills.
• Ability to work to strict deadlines.
• Be comfortable working some anti-social hours on occasion for major events.
• On screen experience is desirable.

Key Responsibilities:

• Help pitch, plan and book guests for future shows, editorially decide what will work for our viewers
• Carry out remote and in-person interviews to later be broadcast on TV or social media platforms
• Self-shooting and editing short form pieces for TV and social platforms, using Premiere Pro Writing and updating scripts/presenter cues
• Uphold London Live’s values and always work with those in mind.

Skills and Experience:

• A graduate or postgraduate journalism qualification with sound understanding of media law and Ofcom requirements, minimum 4-5 years experience preferable.
• Proven track record of creating edited packages for TV broadcast.
• Good knowledge of London and what's happening on the local news agenda Ensure legal and taste and decency obligations are adhered to.
• Excellent writing skills and a good understanding of news production.
• Experience filming with a point and shoot or DSLR camera
• Experience video editing using Premiere Pro or similar.
• You will have excellent communication skills and enjoy working with people.
• A good broadcast voice or previous on camera experience would be an advantage.

Expected behaviours:

1. Brimming with ideas and enthusiasm
2. Responsive delivery – work to specified traffic targets and commercial objectives
3. Collaboration – ability to build and maintain positive and supporting working relationships with colleagues, helping to create an inclusive and professional work environment
4. Initiative – effort to continuously update own knowledge and skill set to support the achievement of business objectives
5. Flexible – able to work in a smart, flexible and focussed way, and be open to change, while also suggesting ideas for improvements