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We think big, work hard and never stand still. It's our talented and passionate people that make us leaders in creativity and innovation and the proud home to the best media and entertainment on the planet.We're here to make everyone's day brighter. That's everyone from our Globallers, to our audiences, every partner we work with and every community we work in. Whether we're making shows or making headlines, making everyone's day brighter is behind everything we do.Whether we're in the studio, building a world-class Global Player app, displaying brilliant Outdoor ads, or producing fast-moving digital content, we're at our best when we're working together. It's why we show up, deliver great work and above all, it's the reason we all love to work here.Job DescriptionBroadcast JournalistReporting of the RoleThis role reports to News Editor, LondonOverview of jobThis is a rare opportunity to write and read news bulletins on some of the UK's biggest radio brands including Capital, Heart and Smooth.You'll have a great voice and plenty of experience in a broadcast newsroom.You'll have a passion for news and you will be aware that it happens 24/7, so an understanding this isn't a 'normal' office job is crucial. You should be willing to take ownership for being across the news agenda, and able to demonstrate a proven track record in responding to breaking news stories. Flexibility and versatility in the role is vital.3 best things about the jobYour bulletins will be heard on some of the biggest commercial radio programmes in the UK.You'll be working with a team of hardworking and talented journalists in one of the biggest commercial radio newsrooms in Europe.No two days are the same; you'll be working on a variety of London, national and exclusive stories.Measures of success -In the first few months, you would have:Grasped the news agenda and produced stand-out content on some of the nation's biggest radio brands.Established yourself as a trusted voice to our audiences.Set the standard in the quality of output across our newsroom.Responsibilities of the roleThe person in this position will have a relevant journalism qualification including a legal understanding - and experience in a radio newsroom working on a bulletin or production desk.You'll have a fantastic voice, write creatively and be able to deliver high quality, relevant, timely and accurate news and current affairs content.You'll help set the on-air and digital agenda daily.You'll have sound legal judgement and be proficient in Ofcom's broadcast regulations and guidelines.What you will needThe ideal candidate will be proactive and willing to develop and implement innovative solutions, capable of the following:Delivering standout, OFCOM-compliant bulletins which routinely meet and exceed Global standards.Pitching and delivering exclusive, original content, either on your own or in collaboration with other team members.Understanding the importance of bespoke content across our brand portfolio and be capable of taking ownership for all editorial decisions with those diverse audiences in mind.Responding to changing situations and problem-solving under pressure, to ensure our output is always of the highest standard in all circumstances.News happens 24/7 - this isn't a 'normal' office job and flexibility is key.
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