Digital-First On-Screen Journalist (Cardiff)

ITV plc

Cardiff

Hybrid

GBP 30,000 - 42,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

ITV Cymru Wales, based in Cardiff, is seeking an On-Screen Journalist (Digital Expertise) to lead online and TV storytelling with strong digital skills. The role emphasizes innovative, audience-focused reporting across platforms and self-shooting capabilities to enhance coverage.

The successful candidate will deliver high-quality, engaging content for digital platforms and broadcasts, maintain rigorous journalism standards, and build local contacts to drive agenda-setting coverage across Wales.

Qualifications

Evidence of breaking news digital-first content on a variety of platforms.
Engaging style appealing to younger audiences.
Proven ability to self-shoot and edit for impactful storytelling.
Strong writing and communication skills essential.

Responsibilities

Generate original ideas and contribute to the news agenda for online and TV output.
Research and develop stories thoroughly for online and TV.
Build and maintain a wide network of contacts across communities.
Meet online and on-air deadlines and liaise with news desk.