Newsroom Operations & Logistics Coordinator

Volant Media UK Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media company in the UK is seeking a Newsgathering Operations Support Co-ordinator to ensure the smooth running of newsgathering operations. This role requires exceptional organisational skills and strong communication abilities to support field reporting and breaking news coverage effectively. Candidates should have experience in newsroom or production support roles and fluency in English, with additional language skills being a plus. The position emphasizes proactive problem-solving and compliance with safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a newsroom, production or newsgathering support role.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Good understanding of news operations and demands of live coverage.
• Proactive and solution-focused approach to challenges.
• Ability to track and present cost data accurately.

Responsibilities

• Support the Newsgathering Operations Manager in coordinating daily deployments.
• Monitor breaking news and facilitate rapid deployment of teams.
• Ensure smooth communication between field and newsroom teams.
• Assist in maintaining budget monitoring and compliance standards.
• Provide operational notes for daily and forward-planning meetings.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication

Ability to work under pressure

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

IT skills

Fluency in English

Knowledge of Farsi or Dari

Job description

A leading media company in the UK is seeking a Newsgathering Operations Support Co-ordinator to ensure the smooth running of newsgathering operations. This role requires exceptional organisational skills and strong communication abilities to support field reporting and breaking news coverage effectively. Candidates should have experience in newsroom or production support roles and fluency in English, with additional language skills being a plus. The position emphasizes proactive problem-solving and compliance with safety protocols.