Cornwall Weekend News Journalist (Part-Time)

BBC; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

BBC Radio Cornwall is seeking a part-time journalist to prepare and present weekend news, delivering sharp, accurate bulletins that keep audiences informed every Saturday and Sunday. Your weekday shift will offer opportunities beyond newsreading, including reporting and interviewing for BBC South West and producing radio content.

You will join a supportive South West News team with responsibility for live bulletins, developing stories and reflecting Cornwall's communities across radio, online

Qualifications

• Professional newsreading experience with live bulletins.
• Strong research and writing skills for concise broadcast copy.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data interpretation.
• Journalism qualification or substantial relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present weekend news bulletins on Radio Cornwall.
• Report and interview for BBC South West as needed.
• Produce radio content and help tell Cornwall's stories.
• Provide accurate, responsible journalism and editorial judgment.

Skills

Newsreading experience

Research and writing

Attention to detail

Journalism qualification

Working under pressure

Job description

BBC Radio Cornwall is seeking a part-time journalist to prepare and present weekend news, delivering sharp, accurate bulletins that keep audiences informed every Saturday and Sunday. Your weekday shift will offer opportunities beyond newsreading, including reporting and interviewing for BBC South West and producing radio content.

You will join a supportive South West News team with responsibility for live bulletins, developing stories and reflecting Cornwall's communities across radio, online