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We have a fantastic opportunity for an On-Screen Journalist with strong digital skills to join our Wales news team based at our newsroom and studio in Cardiff. This is a high-profile, innovative role for someone with a proven track record of delivering striking, high-quality, distinctive journalism for online and linear channels. It’s an exciting time given the Welsh Parliamentary election in May 2026 and we’ll be looking for this role to play a central role in our coverage. We are a multi-platform operation and this role will be at the forefront of using digital media to drive and extend the reach of our journalism. Ideally you’ll have proven experience of delivering a range of content for online platforms and have innovative ideas about how to develop our reach further. This will initially be a digital-first role focussed on our election coverage which requires innovation to reach younger audiences.
Job Responsibility:
To consistently generate original and creative ideas, contributing to the news agenda of the day mainly for online initially but able to turn their hand to the TV broadcasts too
To research and develop story ideas thoroughly, creatively and accurately for online and TV 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 through vertical video, live broadcasts or as part of a news video package using picture, natural sound and soundbites to give the story maximum impact
To self-shoot items and lives to a high standard or be willing to learn
To edit content in a confident, creative and efficient manner, making full use of all production tools to make the most interesting work possible
To curate ITV’s digital offering on the website or ITVX as required
To create accurate graphics for digital channels and TV output 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
To provide copyright clearance details and basic media management (sourcing, booking and returning tapes to the library)
To exercise excellent editorial judgement maintaining professional journalistic standards and adhering to ITV’s Legal & Compliance, ITV Trust and OFCOM guidelines
Requirements:
Fully-qualified NCTJ, BJTC or equivalent experience
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 online and on-air
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
Evidence of digital-first content on a variety of digital platforms
Engaging style that appeals particularly to younger audiences
The ability to dress professionally, speak clearly and deliver the script or interview with a style and tone which is both authoritative and relaxed
Proven technical ability (self shooting and editing) to give the story maximum impact
Confident and clear communication skills, with the ability to source contributors and put them at their ease to get the best story possible
Nice to have:
Knowledge and understanding of digital platforms and how to tap into new audiences online
Experience of being creative and experimental in the use of social media and other digital products to reach new audiences
Experience of working effectively as part of a team, ensuring that the whole team (editorial and production) feel included and valued in newsgathering and the output production process
An understanding of Wales and its distinct features
What we offer:
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
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