Journalist (Southampton) EXTEND

JOB DETAILS JOB BAND: CCONTRACT TYPE: 12 month fixed-term Contract Full-timeDEPARTMENT: BBC News South Local Story Team.LOCATION: Southampton (office based)PROPOSED SALARY RANGE:depending on relevant skills knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights.Were happy to discuss flexible working. If youd like to please indicate your preference in the application though theres no obligation to do so now. Flexible working will be part of the discussion at offer stage.BBC EXTEND This role is advertised as part of our BBC Extend programme for disabled people. To apply for this role you should identify as deaf disabled or neurodivergent and must meet either the definition of disability in the Equality Act (2010) or the definition of disability in the Disability Discrimination Act (1995) if applying in Northern Ireland. Youre broadly defined as disabled under both acts if you have a physical or mental impairment that has a substantial and long-term negative or adverse effect on your ability to do normal daily activities. This definition includes both apparent and non-apparent conditions and impairments and medical conditions such as Cancer HIV or Multiple Sclerosis.We are committed to making the process of applying for this role as accessible as possible. If you need to discuss adjustments or access requirements for the application process or have any questions about our Extend programme please contact .The BBC are fully committed to providing workplace adjustments to help eliminate barriers in the workface that disabled people face. To do this we have our own dedicated BBC Access and Disability Service that provides assessments and support throughout employment with us. If you are successful in applying for this role and require workplace adjustments we will work with you to get your adjustments in place.If youd like more information on BBC Extend please visit the BBC Extend webpage. (EXTEND code: EX2324).PURPOSE OF THE ROLE Are you a sharp creative journalist with a passion for storytelling across platforms BBC Local is looking for a talented and dynamic journalist to join our Local Story Team in Southampton.This is your chance to be part of a team that delivers compelling journalism for online TV and radio. Were after a versatile all-rounder who thrives on breaking news can report live from the scene or studio and crafts engaging digital content that resonates with our diverse audience.WHY JOIN THE TEAMThis is an opportunity to join one of the largest regional newsrooms in the country where no two days are ever the same. At BBC South News youll be part of a passionate team committed to high-quality journalism that informs reflects and connects local communities. Youll have the opportunity to grow your skills work on impactful stories and be part of one of the most trusted news organisations in the world.We expect our stories to have impact and encourage our team to find and produce their own exclusives. Its a demanding but extremely rewarding place to work. We pride ourselves on our team ethic. We support each other and celebrate each others success. YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT: Responding swiftly to breaking news and developing stories. Reporting live on location and in the studio with confidence and clarity. Writing sharp accurate and engaging stories for our digital platforms. Filming and creating digital video content that brings stories to life. Pitching original ideas and treatments that reflect the communities we serve.YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCEESSENTIAL CRITERIA: Journalist with strong editorial judgement and a nose for a great story. Experience in multi-platform journalism online radio and TV. Creative storyteller who can think visually and write with flair. Team player who brings energy ideas and contacts to the newsroom. Flexibility to work a range of shifts including occasional weekends. Strong editorial judgement & Media lawDESIRED BUT NOT REQUIRED: TV Reporting Radio Bulletin News Reading Film EditingIf you can bring some of these skills and experience along with transferable strengths wed love to hear from you and encourage you to apply.#LI-BD1 Key Skills Filming,HTML5,Interviewing,AP Style,Research Experience,Ftp,Journalism,SEO,Final Cut Pro,Video production,Photo Editing,Writing Skills Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 27000 - 34500