Weekend Newsreader (Part-Time) for Local News
BBC
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Job summary
BBC is seeking a part-time Weekend Newsreader for Worcester to read live bulletins and prepare reports for radio, online and TV in the region.
You will chase breaking stories, advise News Online and Midlands Today, and contribute bespoke local bulletins for Smart Speakers.
There are opportunities for more work with a salary in the £28,000–£33,000 range depending on skills and experience.
Qualifications
- Experience reading live bulletins with a good broadcasting voice.
- Editorial skills – to understand the priorities and pitfalls of story selection.
Responsibilities
- Reading live bulletins into radio programmes.
- Record bespoke local bulletins for Smart Speakers.
- Cover breaking local stories – chasing information and recording interviews with guests.
- Flag strongest stories to TV, social media and online.
Skills
Job description
BBC is seeking a part-time Weekend Newsreader for Worcester to read live bulletins and prepare reports for radio, online and TV in the region.
You will chase breaking stories, advise News Online and Midlands Today, and contribute bespoke local bulletins for Smart Speakers.
There are opportunities for more work with a salary in the £28,000–£33,000 range depending on skills and experience.
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