Broadcast Journalist job description

To operate broadcast equipment: in radio, portable recording equipment, self-operating outside broadcasting vehicles and studio equipment; in television, to direct camera crews on pre-recorded and live coverage, to oversee editing and operate gallery equipment.

To liaise with and service the requirements of the network newsrooms.

On occasions, to administer programmes budgets, ensuring effective use of money and resources, and to supervise the work of Broadcast Assistants.

To develop and maintain local contacts and to fulfil a public relations role e.g. responding to enquiries from the public.

At all times to carry out duties in accordance with Regional Broadcasting Health and Safety guidelines policy.

This is the core professional level in journalism within Regional Broadcast. Journalists are employed across a range of functions and with different skills, knowledge and experience. There is staged progression through the level which is related to review of performance and the achievement of specific objectives at every stage.

On initial recruitment, either a recognised journalistic qualification or substantial practical experience in journalism (likely to be around 3 years).

People with a similar amount of experience in broadcast journalism may be appointed at a higher level within the salary range.

First class news judgement.

Good broadcasting and on-air skills where appropriate.

Good writing skills.

Ability to originate and develop programme stories.

Ability to work co-operatively as part of a small team.

Knowledge of production techniques and facilities in both Radio and Television and the ability to develop Multi-Media production skills.
 

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