Journalist (BBC Radio Cornwall)

The Bbc; Truro; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media organization in Truro seeks a journalist to create engaging content and handle live broadcasts. The successful candidate will source original stories and engage local communities, contributing to the vital work of BBC Radio Cornwall. Expected salary ranges from £27,600 to £33,000 based on experience. This position offers a supportive environment and flexible working opportunities.

Benefits

25 days annual leave with option to buy extra days

Defined pension scheme

Health care and gym discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in live broadcast studio production.
• Strong writing skills for concise and engaging content.
• Ability to perform in high-pressure environments.

Responsibilities

• Set up live broadcasts and create social content.
• Source original stories aligned with BBC Cornwall's objectives.
• Engage local communities through compelling storytelling.

Skills

Creative content crafting

Research skills

Digital platform storytelling

Live news reading

Attention to detail

Education

Recognized journalism qualification or 2 years of industry experience

Job description

Overview

PROPOSED SALARY RANGE: FTE £27,600 - £33,000 depending on relevant skills, knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights. We\'re happy to discuss flexible working. If you\'d like to, please indicate your preference in the application - though there\'s no obligation to do so now. Flexible working will be part of the discussion at offer stage.

Purpose of the role

Join our creative team at Radio Cornwall as a journalist responsible for setting up live broadcasts, unearthing original stories, and crafting high-impact social content. In this dynamic role, you\'ll empower the voices of Cornwall\'s communities, ensuring that compelling local stories are heard far and wide. In local radio your work matters deeply to our audience and is at the heart of community engagement.

Why join the team

Your original ideas will fuel BBC Radio Cornwall\'s role as the source for community news and shareable stories. This role offers diverse experiences—from fast paced live production / newsreading and breaking news coordination to crafting on-demand content-driving both personal and professional growth. Thrive within a supportive environment that spans radio, social platforms, and the broader BBC South West news team of TV and online. You will make a real impact with your storytelling.

Your key responsibilities and impact

• Ability and experience crafting creative and engaging content that resonates with local communities.
• Sourcing of original stories and new voices in line with BBC Cornwall\'s key objectives.
• Proven examples of extending stories\' reach via digital platforms and social media.
• Live news reading and reporting.
• Editorial & Legal Acumen: Solid grasp of editorial and legal guidelines, underpinning responsible journalism.

Responsibilities and qualifications

• Live Studio Production or News Reading: experience in live broadcast studio production in a professional capacity.
• Research & Writing: Strong research skills coupled with a flair for writing tight, catchy cues and copy.
• Attention to Detail: An inherent eye for detail that enhances quality and accuracy, ability to analyse data.
• Professional Qualification/Experience: Either a recognised journalism qualification or at least two years of industry experience.
• Working Under Pressure: Ability to perform effectively in high-pressure, fast-paced environments.

Desirable but not required

• Local Insight: Deep familiarity with the BBC Radio Cornwall area and an understanding of the stories that matter to our audience and the wider community in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

Disability and inclusion

We are a disability confident employer. If you need to discuss adjustments or access requirements for the interview process, or to carry out this role, please contact us via email and we\'d be happy to discuss.

Information at a glance / Life at the BBC

• At the BBC you can create and innovate in an inclusive environment while contributing to some of the world\'s best loved content, and the BBC\'s mission to inform, educate and entertain.
• Fair pay and flexible benefits including a competitive salary package, a flexible 35-hour working week, 25 days annual leave with the option to buy an extra 5 days, a defined pension scheme and discounted dental, health care and gym.
• Excellent career and professional development.
• Support in your working life, including flexible working which you can discuss with us at any point during the application, selection or offer.
• A values-based organisation where the way we do things is important as what we do.