Journalist EXTEND ( Derby)
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JOB DETAILS
JOB BAND: C
CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent 1 fulltime role and 1 parttime role (0.6 FTE / 21 hours per week)
DEPARTMENT: BBC Nations BBC East Midlands
LOCATION: Derby
PROPOSED SALARY RANGE: 27600 - 33900 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.
BBC EXTEND
This role is advertised as part of our BBC Extend programme for disabled people. To apply for this role you should identify as deaf disabled or neurodivergent and must meet either the definition of disability in the Equality Act (2010) or the definition of disability in the Disability Discrimination Act (1995) if applying in Northern Ireland. Youre broadly defined as disabled under both acts if you have a physical or mental impairment that has a substantial and long-term negative or adverse effect on your ability to do normal daily activities. This definition includes both apparent and non-apparent conditions and impairments and medical conditions such as Cancer HIV or Multiple Sclerosis.
We are committed to making the process of applying for this role as accessible as possible. If you need to discuss adjustments or access requirements for the application process or have any questions about our Extend programme please contact
The BBC are fully committed to providing workplace adjustments to help eliminate barriers in the workface that disabled people face. To do this we have our own dedicated BBC Access and Disability Service that provides assessments and support throughout employment with us. If you are successful in applying for this role and require workplace adjustments we will work with you to get your adjustments in place.
If youd like more information on BBC Extend please visit the BBC Extend webpage. (EXTEND code: EX2324).
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
The BBC East Midlands region covers the biggest and best stories from the counties of Nottinghamshire Derbyshire - including vast parts of the Peak District - Leicestershire and Rutland. We are a multi-platform newsroom with an approach that prioritises digital first and seek to achieve maximum impact across radio online and TV.
The role primarily involves newsreading but as a multi-platform journalist in the East Midlands you will be asked to tell stories across radio online TV and social media. On the newsreading side you would be the voice of news in Derby home to one of the BBCs most successful local radio stations. You will also be part of the local story team in Derby which places high emphasis on cross-platform working creativity and ensuring your content has as high an impact across the BBC as it possibly can.
You will be a self-starter as comfortable working on your own as you are in a team able to make editorial decisions quickly. Some weekend working will also be required.
WHY JOIN THE TEAM
The local story team in Derby is a really supportive environment to reach your full potential. We put a premium on original stories and seeking the maximum impact for them across the BBC in particular the BBC News website. Youll be broadcasting on multiple award-winning BBC Radio Derby including on the breakfast show as well as East Midlands Today and potentially network channels.
YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT:
Finding original stories and thinking creatively how to tell them across each of our platforms
Reading radio bulletins across our local output
Building a strong knowledge of the patch and our audiences
Be a self-starter who can work independently under pressure and motivate others
YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:
Very strong on-air voice and engaging personality
Good news judgement and understanding of editorial guidelines
Excellent writing that translates well for radio online and TV
Track record of generating ideas for news programmes and services
Good understanding of BBC Local priorities for audience growth
DESIRED BUT NOT REQUIRED:
Knowledge of the editorial area
Full driving licence
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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- Research Experience
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- Final Cut Pro
- Video production
- Photo Editing
- Writing Skills
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