Researcher (Output) – Good Morning Britain
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Researcher – Good Morning Britain
6 Month Fixed Term Contract
Office/Studio Based, London
Hiring range: £26,000 – £30,000
For more information please email Daytimetalent@itv.com
Your work matters to millions.
Good Morning Britain has an exciting opportunity for a researcher to join the output team making the nation’s most talked about breakfast show.
You’ll be at the heart of the team putting together three hours of daily live television that’s enjoyed by millions of viewers every week. You will write scripts and briefs, cut pictures and VTs, commission graphics and brief guests, all to tight deadlines.
You’ll need to be full of programme and production ideas, have a thirst for news and a thorough knowledge of social media, to deliver content that captures the audience’s attention.
The ideal candidate will have strong research and fact-checking skills and background as a researcher in a broadcast or news environment is helpful. An understanding of broadcast law and Ofcom regulations is desirable.
The role involves a range of shifts including nights, bank holidays and weekends but there is plenty of time off too.
So if you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same and are passionate about the show, then we’d love to hear from you. Please send a short, captivating cover letter and a snappy CV.
Skills you’ll need (minimum criteria)
- Experience writing scripts and editing pictures
- Excellent research and fact-checking skills
- An understanding of commissioning graphics for television
- A creative and flexible approach
- Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
- Experience using iNews and Avid (or similar news production and editing software)
Other things we’re looking for (key criteria)
- Experience as a researcher in a broadcast or news environment
- Brief writing and questions writing skills
- Basic VT writing and editing experience
- Briefing guests and correspondents/presenters
- Understanding of broadcast law and Ofcom regulations
ITV is for everyone.
ITV strongly encourages applications for this role from disabled people. As a Disability Confident Leader, if you meet the minimum criteria for a role and you have declared that you are disabled, we’ll guarantee to take you to the next stage* (minimum criteria above).
Were happy to discuss any support/personalisation you may need during our application and selection process as part of our reasonable adjustments. Drop us a line if you require anything at Daytimetalent@itv.com
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There may be a few exceptions where we are not able to take all eligible candidates to the next stage due to the volume of applications.
Because those who make an impact deserve to be rewarded for it.
ITV offers some great rewards and benefits including
- Flexible working with a range of options
- Generous holiday allowance, plus you can buy more
- Annual bonus opportunity
- Competitive pension contribution
- Save as you earn – with an opportunity to buy ITV shares
- Wellbeing and volunteering days plus a wide range of opportunities to help you live a balanced and healthy life
More about our benefits
Closing date Wednesday 10th July 2024
