Multimedia Journalist (Podcast) (I)
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Job Summary
RTÉ is Irelands national public-service media organisation. We are embarking upon an ambitious and exciting 5-year transformation strategy to update the way we run the organisation. Our mission is to serve as an independent source of stories news information and entertainment for Ireland reflecting the diversity of its people and providing experiences that enrich the lives of all.
This sense of purpose motivates us to deliver to the highest standards in an environment that is collaborative supportive and engaging. Attracting and retaining the best talent is key in delivering to our audiences. We want our people to thrive in an environment that values their output.
Meet the Team
RTÉ Podcasts:
RTÉ has set up a podcasting department as part of our response to rapidly changing audience behaviour and media consumption. RTÉ Podcasts was created to engage with an audience aged under 45 which consumes an increasing amount of media on non-linear platforms. Our plan is to build habit-forming podcasts which place RTE at the centre of this audiences digital audio consumption.
About the role:
With that in mind we are building a team of versatile editorial brave instinctive content creators. Reporting to the Head of Podcasting we are now seeking to appoint three Multimedia Journalists. If successful in applying for this role you will:
The successful candidate will have:
Experience working in both video and audio will be an advantage as will an understanding of how AI is shaping the media environment - including both the challenges it poses and the opportunities it presents.
If you are interested in applying for this opportunity please apply by submitting:
Your paper should include some podcast ideas (no more than 3) which support the arguments you are making.
Please submit as one document when completing this online application process.
The first appointment will be made on a fixed term contract for a duration of two years.The second appointment will be made on a fixed purpose contract from a current date until September 2026. The third appointment will be made on a fixed purpose basis from June to December 2026.
The salary scale for all three roles is on the Multimedia Journalist salary scale from 47574 gross pa to 74811 gross per annum.
Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 3rd April 2026.
Cuirfear fáilte roimh iarratais ó dhaoine go bhfuil dearcadh dearfach acu i leith na Gaeilge. Applications are welcome from people who have a positive outlook to Irish.
Diversity and Inclusion are at the heart of what we do both on-air and behind the scenes. We are committed to building a more inclusive environment and tackling under-representation while embedding inclusion at every stage of the employee journey.
We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds without regard to gender sexual orientation gender identity age social experience race and ethnicity disability civil and family status religious belief and membership of the Traveller Community.
We are eager to provide reasonable accommodations for potential and existing employees with any kind of disability. Should you wish to request an accommodation for your interview we encourage you to let us know when you apply.
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This sense of purpose motivates us to deliver to the highest standards in an environment that is collaborative supportive and engaging. Attracting and retaining the best talent is key in delivering to our audiences. We want our people to thrive in an environment that values their output.
Meet the Team
RTÉ Podcasts:
RTÉ has set up a podcasting department as part of our response to rapidly changing audience behaviour and media consumption. RTÉ Podcasts was created to engage with an audience aged under 45 which consumes an increasing amount of media on non-linear platforms. Our plan is to build habit-forming podcasts which place RTE at the centre of this audiences digital audio consumption.
About the role:
With that in mind we are building a team of versatile editorial brave instinctive content creators. Reporting to the Head of Podcasting we are now seeking to appoint three Multimedia Journalists. If successful in applying for this role you will:
- Perform a central role in building RTÉs podcasting operation informing its identity as it grows.
- Work closely with the Head of Podcasting in developing new ideas.
- Initiate and create unmissable digital audio for the new RTÉ audio app and other podcast apps.
- Create compelling video content for platforms like TikTok Instagram and YouTube.
- Book guests and write briefs for RTÉ podcasts.
- Interact with people working across RTÉ and the independent sector in the production and promotion of RTÉ podcasts
- Work with digital platforms to increase the visibility and promotion of RTÉs podcasts.
The successful candidate will have:
- An instinctive drive to connect with audiences and in particular an understanding of the younger audience that is currently underserved by RTÉ.
- A strong sense of what makes a compelling host guest topic or format idea.
- A broad set of interests which can meet the needs of a wide-ranging slate of podcasts. These should include some - but not necessarily all - of the following: crime sport internet culture politics trash culture business history.
- An ability to use images video audio and text to maximise the impact of RTÉs podcasts across a variety of platforms - in particular on social media.
- An understanding of podcast formats and trends in digital audio.
- A readiness to learn new technologies as they emerge or become relevant to the work of the podcasting department.
- An ability to work constructively and positively in a fast-moving production environment.
Experience working in both video and audio will be an advantage as will an understanding of how AI is shaping the media environment - including both the challenges it poses and the opportunities it presents.
If you are interested in applying for this opportunity please apply by submitting:
- your Curriculum Vitae
- a cover letter (no more than 350 words) outlining your interest in the role and suitability for it.
- and a paper (no more than 850 words) on the following topic:
Your paper should include some podcast ideas (no more than 3) which support the arguments you are making.
Please submit as one document when completing this online application process.
The first appointment will be made on a fixed term contract for a duration of two years.The second appointment will be made on a fixed purpose contract from a current date until September 2026. The third appointment will be made on a fixed purpose basis from June to December 2026.
The salary scale for all three roles is on the Multimedia Journalist salary scale from 47574 gross pa to 74811 gross per annum.
Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 3rd April 2026.
Cuirfear fáilte roimh iarratais ó dhaoine go bhfuil dearcadh dearfach acu i leith na Gaeilge. Applications are welcome from people who have a positive outlook to Irish.
Diversity and Inclusion are at the heart of what we do both on-air and behind the scenes. We are committed to building a more inclusive environment and tackling under-representation while embedding inclusion at every stage of the employee journey.
We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds without regard to gender sexual orientation gender identity age social experience race and ethnicity disability civil and family status religious belief and membership of the Traveller Community.
We are eager to provide reasonable accommodations for potential and existing employees with any kind of disability. Should you wish to request an accommodation for your interview we encourage you to let us know when you apply.
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Key Skills
- Filming
- HTML5
- Interviewing
- AP Style
- Research Experience
- Ftp
- Journalism
- SEO
- Final Cut Pro
- Video production
- Photo Editing
- Writing Skills
About Company
RTÉ news brings you the latest Irish news, world news, international news and up to the minute reports on breaking Irish news stories and news from around the world. Watch and listen to Irish news stories on our video and audio streams.
