FAQs
What is the contract type for this position?
The contract type for this position is permanent.
Where is the job located?
The job is located in London and is office-based.
What is the proposed salary range for this role?
The proposed salary range for this role is £28,400 - £38,750, depending on relevant skills, knowledge, and experience.
What are the key responsibilities of this role?
The key responsibilities include writing clear and accurate news stories, collaborating with correspondents and editors, generating ideas to attract new audiences, responding to breaking news, and producing timely digital video.
What are the essential skills and experience required for this position?
Essential skills and experience include experience in writing fast-paced news stories, a proven capacity to generate ideas, a track record of working under pressure, and an understanding of audience behaviour and analytics.
Are there any desired but not essential skills for this role?
Yes, desired but not essential skills include familiarity with innovative digital formats, visual storytelling, and experience in producing and editing news video appealing to digital news consumers.
Will there be any shifts involved in this role?
Yes, this role will include shift-based work, which may involve weekends and nights.
What is the approach to redeployment within the BBC?
The BBC is committed to redeploying employees seeking suitable alternative employment within the organization and prioritizes their applications ahead of other candidates.
Are there any pre-employment checks required for this role?
Yes, the BBC will conduct employment screening checks, including reference checks, eligibility to work checks, and, if applicable, safeguarding and adverse media/social media checks.
What kind of environment can I expect while working in this role?
You can expect to work in a fast-paced environment that prioritizes accuracy, impact, and creative storytelling, collaborating with colleagues in the newsroom as well as globally.