Thursday, January 31, 2013

Overnight Reporter (SBJ), News Channel & World News


Job Ref. No
983986
Location
London - New Broadcasting House
Contract Type
Attachment/Fixed Term
Contract Duration
06 months
Job Category:
Journalism
Closing date for applications
11 February 2013 at 11:59pm

Department

Multimedia Newsroom produces a range of daily and weekly programmes, continuous news channel and electronic content, including BBC News Channel, BBC Radio 5live, BBC world news and news on bbc.co.uk and on bbccom.  BBC News aims to deliver quality news coverage when it happens with clarity and authority.

Role

You'll be the Overnight Reporter for the joint News Channel/World news overnight service.  The output is broadcast on BBC world news from 0100-0630, and on either BBC One or Two.  You will be expected to take an active role in suggesting story ideas and will package as required for the output which includes the BBC World News Programme on BBC One at 0500, a much watched hour that helps build an audience for BBC Breakfast.

Requirements

You'll need to have experience in journalism in television or radio, with a detailed knowledge of the domestic and international news agenda.  You'll also need sound editorial judgement and the ability to take responsibility for any brief and select, originate, prepare and develop story ideas. You'll ideally have a good understanding of the main production methods and technology used by BBC News, knowledge of Jupiter and other broadcast equipment to find and view pictures.  Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise work load and react positively to situations at short notice, often under pressure, is also essential.
 
For further details, please contact Paul John or Antony Weller.
 
Important application information:
Candidates to submit at least two examples of their work on DVD with their applications.  Application forms to be sent via the online application process and work samples with name, ext no. or mobile number and internal address with - Overnight Reporter (SBJ), News Channel/World News - Ref: 983986 to be sent to:
 
Alison Dafnides
BBC Recuitment Team
BC2 C6 Broadcast Centre
at 11:32 AM

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