Senior Journalists, The Global Story Podcast

BBC Group and Public Services; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits for creative Senior Journalists to join a pioneering team at a renowned broadcasting service. This role focuses on crafting compelling narratives for The Global Story podcast, targeting the US audience. Candidates should possess strong editorial judgement, a knack for innovative audio storytelling, and a passion for international news. Join a dynamic environment where your ideas will help shape a distinctive podcast that resonates with listeners. Be part of a committed team that values diversity and fosters a culture of respect and inclusion, ensuring every voice is heard and valued.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in producing impactful journalism.
• Strong understanding of global news and storytelling techniques.

Responsibilities

• Generate and develop ideas for broadcast.
• Edit high-impact interviews under tight deadlines.
• Maintain journalistic standards and adhere to BBC guidelines.

Skills

Editorial judgement

Narrative audio techniques

Creative storytelling

Leadership

High-quality audio production

Managing pressure

Job description

Senior Journalists, The Global Story Podcast

Job Reference: 21359
Band: D
Salary: Up to £56,000 + London Weighting depending on relevant skills, knowledge and experience.
Contract type: x4 Fixed Term Contracts / Attachments (12 months)
Location: London Broadcasting House, W1A

Job Introduction

We’re recruiting up to four Senior Journalists to join BBC News Long Form Audio, working mainly on The Global Story podcast. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of the founding team of this highly ambitious podcast, which will be a core part of the BBC’s offering to the US market.

Main Responsibilities

• Generate ideas & develop them for broadcast.
• The successful candidate will have strong editorial judgement.
• Use narrative audio techniques to tell stories in the most compelling and engaging way possible.
• Successfully edit high impact interviews with fast turnarounds and tight deadlines.
• Extensive knowledge of international news and a track record in spotting trends and stories behind the headlines.
• Maintain professional journalistic standards of accuracy, impartiality and fair dealing whilst adhering to the BBC's Editorial guidelines.
• You will have a track record in generating, producing and commissioning journalism that creates widespread impact including online, other broadcast outlets, digital and social media.

Are you the right candidate?

We’re looking for a creative Senior Journalist who shows bags of initiative and passionately cares about telling the most compelling stories. You’ll be bursting with ideas and thoughts on how to make the podcast distinctive from other daily news programmes and accessible to listeners who don’t already follow international news closely.

• Experience of producing high quality, creative audio output in a fast-paced environment, with tight deadlines.
• A good knowledge and understanding of the global news agenda and an ability to add depth and context, and tell the stories behind the headlines is desirable.
• A strong understanding of narrative audio storytelling techniques and how to deploy them effectively to create gripping and engaging content is desirable.
• Track record of leading junior team members, getting the best out of people and ensuring they’re able to deliver their best quality work.
• Experience of working with presenters.
• Can maintain personal effectiveness by managing emotions in the face of pressure and setbacks.
• Can demonstrate an approach to work that is characterised by commitment, motivation and energy.

About the BBC

The BBC is committed to redeploying employees seeking suitable alternative employment within the BBC for different reasons and they will be given priority consideration ahead of other applicants. We don’t focus simply on what we do – we also care how we do it. Our values and the way we behave are important to us.

Diversity matters at the BBC. We have a working environment where we value and respect every individual's unique contribution, enabling all of our employees to thrive and achieve their full potential. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles, unless operational requirements prevent otherwise.

DISCLAIMER

This job description is a written statement of the essential characteristics of the job, with its principal accountabilities, incorporating a note of the skills, knowledge and experience required for a satisfactory level of performance. This is not intended to be a complete, detailed account of all aspects of the duties involved.