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Broadcast Journalist, World Desk, News Online


Job Ref. No
979902
Location
London - TV Centre
Contract Type
Attachment/Fixed Term
Contract Duration
06 months
Job Category:
Journalism
Closing date for applications
1 February 2013 at 11:59pm

Department

Large parts of daily Online, Radio and Television news services have come together to form the Multimedia Newsroom. The key objectives of this department are to share creative content across outlets and work more efficiently across the various platforms of Online, Radio and Television news. 

Role

Contract: 6 month attachment/ftc

We're looking for a Broadcast Journalist to work on the World Desk for BBC News Online and associated services, primarily in text but as required also in video and audio. You’ll be expected to originate, prepare and publish pages of multi-media news, background analysis and features.

Requirements

You must have substantial experience in journalism with proven text journalism skills. Have a broad knowledge of and interest in international affairs and a track record of reporting in these areas. You’ll have the ability to write quickly, clearly and engagingly under pressure and be able to build strong, productive working relationships with editorial colleagues in other departments. An appreciation of the requirements and potential of digital media, including social media and user generated content is essential.

For further information on the role, please contact Natalie Malinarch, World Executive Editor.