Deputy Content Editor, ITV News - London

Description

To support the production of dynamic and innovative programmes of the highest editorial and technical quality. The role requires a producer of a senior level with track record of producing news content of the highest quality – while also demonstrating an ability to act up to a programme editor level. This role is based within the ITV News London team. Key Responsibilities

• Producing stories for ITV News London content - on TV and on the app.
• Producing, writing, cutting material for all ITV News London bulletins - including lunchtime, evening and the late bulletin
• The ability to programme edit a half hour regional news programme – overseeing a team of producers, presenters and gallery staff
• Able to take a senior and leading role among output producers
• Researching and selecting archive
• Conceiving, writing and executing graphics
• Sourcing and logging picture and stills
• Writing and editing – including digital articles and headlines, TV underlays and graphics
• Working closely with reporters and programme editors to take ownership of stories
• Selecting video and sound-bites to be edited for headlines, news-belts and packages
• Demonstrate distinctive judgment about stories for an ITV news London audience on TV and online
• May be required to work across the ITV News London planning desk and could also act up to news edit

These are the main requirements of the role and is not an exhaustive list of duties. It is intended to reflect the nature, range, and context of the work, which will change over time. Key Requirements

• Very well-organised with a high ability to multi-task
• Deep understanding of the capital and the ITV News London audience
• High quality attention to detail and accuracy in writing and editing
• High-quality news judgement, good initiative and a self-starter
• Level of seniority with an ability to programme edit a half hour news programme to a high standard
• Ability to deputise for programme editor - able to check leadins /astons / be the 'eyes and ears' for the programme editor
• A sound knowledge of the logistics of making video content and how to plan a story
• A commitment to and understanding of the importance of diversity in our content
• Excellent researcher with good attention to detail
• Visual flair for spotting pictures and producing graphics
• Excellent writing ability
• Technical adaptability and flexibility
• A strong team player
• Calm under pressure with the ability to adapt and be flexible in both task and role
• Sound knowledge of the ITN Compliance manual
• Awareness of Health and Safety requirements