Senior Journalist Reporter (Oxford)
Senior Journalist Reporter (Oxford)
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Job Description
JOB DETAILS
JOB BAND: D
CONTRACT TYPE: 12 months Fixed-term Contract/ attachment Full-time
DEPARTMENT: BBC South
LOCATION: Oxford - Hybrid
PROPOSED SALARY RANGE: 41200 - 50000 depending on relevant skills knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights.
Were happy to discuss flexible working. If youd like to please indicate your preference in the application though theres no obligation to do so now. Flexible working will be part of the discussion at offer stage.
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
Are you a great storyteller with a sharp editorial instinct and skill to develop original story ideas and produce accurate and impartial journalism We have a rare job opportunity with our vibrant Local Story Team in Oxford for a Senior Journalist Reporter. This is your chance to reach and build new audiences with original agenda-setting stories across television digital platforms and radio.
WHY JOIN THE TEAM
At BBC South News youll be part of a team which values creativity integrity and innovation. Youll have the freedom to shape stories that matter and the support to grow your career in one of Englands most ambitious newsrooms. Adaptability and teamwork are essential especially as we evolve our workflows to meet the demands of a fast-paced news environment.
This role may involve shift and weekend working and the contractual base will be BBC South News (Oxford).
YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT:
As a key member of our Oxford team working to the local SJTM you will:
- Break stories that matter uncover and develop original journalism that resonates with our audiences and shapes the news agenda.
- Create compelling content produce engaging reports tailored for TV radio and digital using your creativity to bring stories to life.
- Working across all platforms film edit and script your own material for our flagship nightly news programme write for online and create social media and radio content.
- Respond to breaking news with confidence and clarity deliver live reports which inform and engage.
- Champion diversity ensure inclusivity is at the heart of your storytelling reflecting the communities we serve.
YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:
Were looking for a Journalist who:
- Exercises strong editorial judgment and has a proven track record of producing accurate impartial and impactful journalism.
- Has experience of delivering original stories that shape the news agenda and thrives in a collaborative environment.
- Tells stories in a creative and engaging way with the ability to tailor content for different audiences and platforms.
- Has local knowledge and insight with a deep understanding of the region and its people.
- Can film script and edit their own content for transmission across BBC1 bulletins radio and online platforms.
If you can bring some of these skills and experience along with transferable strengths wed love to hear from you and encourage you to apply.
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
