Dynamic TV & Digital News Production Journalist

Deaf Unity; Whiteley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

ITV Meridian in Whiteley is seeking an experienced Production Journalist to join our broadcast and digital news team. You will be responsible for producing high quality bulletins across live TV and digital platforms, writing engaging stories, and creating graphics.

The role requires strong editorial judgement, Ofcom knowledge, and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced newsroom. Based in the Whiteley newsroom, you will plan stories, manage deadlines, and contribute to ITV’s online

Qualifications

• Fully qualified NCTJ, BJTC or equivalent experience.
• Working knowledge of Ofcom code, media law and compliance.
• Evidence of researching and developing original ideas.

Responsibilities

• Produce high quality and compliant bulletins across all outputs (breakfast, lunch, late and weekends).
• Write stories and scripts that are accurate and engaging.
• Edit pictures using the provided editing software.
• Create graphics for bulletins and packages using the template-based system.
• Curate ITV’s Digital offering on website or ITVX as required.
• Assist news desk with research, planning and newsgathering.
• Generate original ideas contributing to the news agenda on-screen and online.
• Research story ideas thoroughly for on-air and online output.
• Develop and maintain a wide range of contacts.
• Meet online and on-air deadlines and react to breaking stories.
• Maintain editorial judgement and adhere to ITV policies and OFCOM guidelines.
• Promote diversity, equity and inclusion in outputs.

Education

NCTJ/BJTC or equivalent experience

Job description

ITV Meridian in Whiteley is seeking an experienced Production Journalist to join our broadcast and digital news team. You will be responsible for producing high quality bulletins across live TV and digital platforms, writing engaging stories, and creating graphics.

The role requires strong editorial judgement, Ofcom knowledge, and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced newsroom. Based in the Whiteley newsroom, you will plan stories, manage deadlines, and contribute to ITV’s online