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The Junior Researcher will be tasked with helping producers and researchers in all aspects of producing the programme. They will be specifically responsible for helping make newspaper briefing packs for guests, creating on-air graphics, and screening callers who ring into the programme. The successful candidate will have good journalism skills and be brimming with ideas for debates. They will need to be proactive, organised, meticulous and thrive under pressure. Key Responsibilities Help the on-air team in all aspects of research and production Make briefing packs for guests Create graphics to go on air using photoshop and Viz Select and publish pictures for broadcast Screen and select callers before they are put on air Come up with ideas for debates and panelists Assist the programme team with research on show mornings Help look after the programme's guests before and after the show Deal professionally with members of the public who ring into the show Be willing to help researchers write briefs and liaise with panelists Work in accordance with ITN guidelines on health and safety These are the main requirements of the role and is not an exhaustive list of duties. It is intended to reflect the nature, range, and context of the work, which will change over time.Key Requirements A qualification in journalism is desirable Good attention to detail Excellent communication skills (verbal/written/visual) A good knowledge of topical issues and current affairs Strong research skills The highest standards of accuracy and attention to detail Adept at working independently - a self-starter, comfortable at being stretched A good team player Calm under pressure Good people skills when dealing with callers Enthusiastic and passionate Ability to work to tight deadlines Knowledge of media law A knowledge of media law and an understanding of ITN Legal Compliance procedures Ability to demonstrate our company values - Trust, Innovative and Collaborative
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