To find and produce stories of interest and distinction, working both with the Health Correspondent and Science Correspondent. To newsgather and produce high quality packages and live reports, focusing particularly on exclusive and distinctive stories in line with the broader ITV News agenda.
To drive and champion health and science issues on a daily basis, spotting stories and trends whilst delivering exclusive and distinctive content
To work closely with the Health Correspondent and Science Correspondent to break exclusive lines and produce creative content across all ITV News Programmes, online and social media
Work on location to find the best angles/elements for ITV News coverage
To write scripts, online copy and produce graphics when required
To ensure location material is delivered safely and in good time for transmission
To run an efficient forward planning diary and work closely with the Head of Home News and Home Planning team to best deliver all content
Research stories for the best elements, lines, and angles
Commission interviews and picture sequences
Research, select, and edit archive material
Ensure that all work is within the various legal and regulatory frameworks applicable to all news
To work with other reporters and in general news and other specialisms on occasion
These are the main requirements of the role and is not an exhaustive list of duties. It is intended to reflect the nature, range, and context of the work, which will change over time.
Good understanding of the ITV News agenda and its audience on TV and online
A proven ability to use social and digital media to drive stories and content
Particular interest in Health and Science news of all types
High level of technical ability in editing and production of Graphics
Sound research skills
Confidence to travel at short notice, and operate unsupervised away from base
Concise writing style with flair, accuracy, and focus
Rich pool of ideas for stories, angles, and treatments, primarily in the Health brief.
A track record of creative journalism and production
Good communicator and team player, with a positive attitude
Good knowledge of Ofcom regulations and ITN compliance
Awareness and understanding of the financial implications of all decision making
A solid understanding of television production and newsgathering techniques
Excellent written English with a flair for scripting tight packages
Tenacity, attention to detail, organisation, enthusiasm and energy
Our people are at the heart of everything we do at ITN. It’s vital that our workforce reflects the diversity of both our audience and the wider society in the UK, so we actively seek candidates from diverse backgrounds and communities. Reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process will be offered, if required, due to a disability or health condition. We also recognise the importance of a good work life balance, so we do everything we can to accommodate flexible working, including part-time and job shares for all our roles. Please just let us know in your application, or at any stage throughout the process, if this is something you want to explore.