Consumer Producer, Daytime on 5 (12 Month FTC/Attachment)

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The Role

We are looking for an excellent consumer journalist with a passion for live television to work on Matt Allwright on Channel 5.

The successful candidate must have a strong understanding of consumer trends, the ability to spot a good talking point, first class production skills, and the ability to work under pressure. They should be full of ideas for consumer items and guests.

Key Responsibilities

• Coming up with ideas for consumer segments for a daily show which will relate to a Channel 5 daytime audience

• Researching, planning and producing those segments, with pictures, props and graphics and the relevant right of replies

• Booking case studies and expert guests

• Briefing presenters and guests

• Assisting the programme editor with all other elements of the show

• Making decisions on legal issues, and taste and decency, in accordance with Ofcom regulations and the ITN compliance manual

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.

Key Requirements

• Experience in consumer journalism is vital

• Experience in the gallery outputting programmes is an advantage

• Knowledge and experience of topical issues and current affairs

• The ability to spot a good talking point which will resonate with viewers

• First class production skills to turn that talking point into engaging television

• Editorially creative and imaginative

• Enthusiastic and passionate

• Must be a team player

• Highly organised with the ability to forward plan and manage multiple projects

• Excellent communication skills (verbal/written/visual) and interpersonal skills

• The highest standards of accuracy and attention to detail around often complex and controversial material

• Adept at working independently – a self-starter, comfortable at being stretched

• Experience of legal situations and understanding of media law and ITN Legal Compliance procedures

• Calm under pressure with the ability to adapt and be flexible in task and role

• Ability to work to tight deadlines

• Ability to demonstrate our company values – Transparent, Innovative and Collaborative

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.