Journalism Coordinator

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Contract: Fixed Term – 18 months
Part time: 1 day per week (usually Friday)
Job Band: B Salary Range: £24,280 - £32,400

Job Intro:
This is an exciting opportunity to work at the heart of the truly multi-media and fast paced regional and local news operation based in Bristol, and covering the West Country. This part-time role will suit someone who is comfortable and enthusiastic about undertaking a wide range of tasks – from carrying out the role of a News Transmission Assistant during live television programmes, dealing with copyright issues, to undertaking basic editorial research. The ideal candidate will have a genuine and keen interest in regional and local news and current affairs and have an understanding of what our audiences like. We are keen to find a versatile, flexible and hard working Journalism Co Ordinator who understands how BBC Local is changing and developing - and wants to join us to help us to make it happen.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

Main Responsibilities and Accountabilities
• Assisting with the deployment of camera crews and other staff
• Undertaking News Transmission Assistant duties in the newsroom and television gallery during live programmes
• Accurately compiling copyright information
• Editorial research whilst working with on the day or planning journalists
• Various other tasks and responsibilities, as required, at base, and sometimes on location, to support our digital and television team

Knowledge, Skills, Training & Experience

Are you the right candidate?
• Experience of working in a multi-media newsroom - and a good understanding of the main TV production methods
• Live television gallery experience is desirable, as is the ability to work confidently and reliably as a News Transmission Assistant (NTA) on live news programmes
• Ability to operate a range of simple technical equipment during live broadcasts - or the desire to learn
• Experience of using editing software is an advantage
• Proven basic journalism and research experience and skills – and an enthusiasm to offer ideas for stories and features
• Organised, able to identify priorities and work collaboratively with colleagues, with excellent verbal and written communication skills