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We are looking for a successful producer to join our operation at our studios at City Quays 2 and at Stormont. While this role could be assigned to any of our news & current affairs programmes over time, at present we are particularly looking for someone to lead our weekly political programme, View From Stormont, which runs for an hour on Tuesday evenings. We want someone who can deliver a huge impact across all our platforms, reflecting the latest political discourse and breaking new ground. The successful candidate will need to be comfortable working under pressure as newslines emerge and working to tight deadlines given our fast paced current affairs environment.
Job Responsibility:
Lead our weekly political programme, View From Stormont
Deliver a huge impact across all our platforms, reflecting the latest political discourse and breaking new ground
Work under pressure as newslines emerge and working to tight deadlines
Be experienced in studio and film production, capable of generating original story ideas, discussions and treatments to create compelling content
Self-shoot and self-edit, as appropriate
See programmes through from start to finish as part of a small team
Requirements:
Fully qualified NCTJ, BJTC or equivalent experience
A strong knowledge of media law & compliance and the ability to exercise excellent editorial judgement
A proven track record of producing, sourcing or planning excellent content to deadline and under pressure
Experience of successfully coaching and motivating others
Experience of delivering innovation across all media platforms
A reputation for using a creative approach whilst displaying sound journalistic ability
Commitment to D,E & I
Excellent Communication skills
Self motivated and quick thinking with strong and decisive decision making skills
Nice to have:
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)
Excellent news judgement in line with ITV News and Current Affairs aspirations
The ability to remain calm, focussed and resilient in what is often a busy work environment.
An organised approach with effective logistical skills
A clear and demonstrable understanding of the qualities of ITV News and Current Affairs as compared with other news organisations
The ability to provide regular, honest and consistent feedback to others
Comprehensive knowledge of and interest in all news including international – sourced from newspapers, online and other broadcast media
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
Ability to work well in a team environment, ensuring the whole team (editorial and production) feels included and valued in gathering and the output production process
The willingness and aptitude to learn other specialisms and to be happy to share skills with others for the benefit of the whole team. This role should be able to use the full range of digital newsroom technology
The ability to work to deadlines is crucial. The ability to plan well, work efficiently and keep calm and focussed under pressure is essential.
An understanding of the importance of Diversity and Inclusion in determining output.
The ability to bring in stories from underrepresented people 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
Clear understanding of and commitment to DE&I and Health & Safety policies
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