On-Screen Journalist/Content Editor

• To be an effective line manager, harnessing the skills and experience of your direct reports in the best possible way, with the ability to spot potential
• To promote ITV News initiatives and support the Head of News and Programme & Digital Editor in implementing such initiatives amongst the wider team
• To act as a key leader of the team, motivating others, setting an example in terms of professionalism and high editorial standards
• To exercise excellent editorial judgement maintaining professional journalistic standards and adhering to ITV’s Legal & Compliance, ITV Trust and OFCOM guidelines
• To research and develop story ideas thoroughly and creatively for on-air, online and streaming output
• To make, maintain and nurture a wide range of relevant contacts
• To be pro-active about diversity, equity & inclusion ensuring the output reflects news stories and issues across the audience spectrum
• To source interesting contributors, from all parts of the community, who will bring the story to life
• To tell the story through engaging and authoritative presentation either through a live broadcast, as part of a news package, or through a range of digital platforms
• To self shoot items (where appropriate to the story and the conditions) to a high standard
• To edit packages in a confident, creative and efficient manner, making full use of all production tools to make the most interesting item possible
• To curate ITV’s digital offering on the website or ITVX as required
• To create accurate graphics for bulletins, programmes and packages which clearly illustrate stories and communicate ideas using the template based graphic system
• To write scripts that are accurate, concise and engaging
• To meet all online and on-air deadlines throughout the day, reacting quickly to breaking stories, and regularly liaising with the news desk

• Fully qualified NCTJ, BJTC or equivalent experience
• Experience of successfully leading or managing others or projects
• A strong knowledge of media law & compliance, the Ofcom Code and the ability to exercise excellent editorial judgement
• The ability to generate, research and develop original, impactful and distinctive ideas, taking a creative approach to story-telling, treatments and production to deliver high quality reports for both on-air and online
• Strong and creative writing skills (accurate spelling and grammar essential)
• A strong knowledge of the patch, its cultural heritage and an awareness of the types of stories that engage our audiences
• An understanding of the importance of Diversity and Inclusion in determining output
• Experience of working effectively as part of a team
• The ability to work to deadlines is crucial
• Proven ability to build a strong network of contacts with the ability to think laterally about where stories are developing and identifying the contacts to deliver the stories
• The ability to use initiative, be self-motivated and quick-thinking with strong and decisive decision making skills
• Excellent news judgement in line with ITV News aspirations
• The ability/willingness to edit and to use a camera to self shoot items or provide additional material as required
• An enthusiasm and willingness to embrace further changes in technology and workflow
• The ability to bring in stories from underrepresented people from across our region as well as underrepresented parts of the patch
• Knowledge and understanding of digital platforms and how to tap into new audiences online and experience of using social media as a promotional tool
• The ability to remain calm and resilient in what is often a busy work environment
• Excellent attention to detail
• Clear understanding of and commitment to DE&I and Health & Safety policies

A passion for Regional News and a good knowledge of the Central region

• Flexible working with a range of options
• 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