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Package Information
Job Reference: 21688
Band: E
Salary: Up to £65,000 (+ London Weighting) depending on relevant skills, knowledge and experience.
Contract type: Permanent
Location: London Broadcasting House, W1A
We’re happy to discuss flexible working. Please indicate your choice under the flexible working question in the application.
* Excellent career progression – the BBC offers great opportunities for employees to seek new challenges and work in different areas of the organisation.
* Unrivalled training and development opportunities – our in-house Academy hosts a wide range of internal and external courses and certification.
* Benefits - negotiable salary package, a flexible 35-hour working week for work-life balance and 25 days annual leave with the option to buy an extra 5 days, a defined pension scheme and discounted dental, health care, gym and more.
If you need to discuss adjustments or access requirements for the interview process, please contact reasonable.adjustments@bbc.co.uk. For any general queries, please contact bbchr@bbc.co.uk.
Job Introduction
We’re looking for a smart and talented journalist to join Newsnight’s senior editorial team. The flagship programme’s refresh has led to a 30% increase in our audiences. Newsnight aims to tackle the big stories of the day with fresh insights and news-making interviews.
Main Responsibilities
Our Assistant Editors are key senior staff on the programme, running the daily output and sometimes taking charge of longer-term coverage and specials. The Assistant Editor will support the Editor and Deputy Editor on Newsnight in driving the strategy, journalism and culture of Newsnight.
* Output editing by driving the news agenda of the day.
* Plan and produce special news making output.
* Co-ordinating the booking of stand-out, news making guests.
* Contribute to the programme strategy to help Newsnight stand out.
* Work with the Deputy Editor and Editor on finessing an evolving work flow.
* Line manage producers and ensure constructive feedback.
* Monitor and ensure the quality of output.
* Help drive Newsnight’s digital output.
* Ensure safe working practices.
* On occasions, deputise for the Deputy and Editor.
Are you the right candidate?
Candidates Should Have The Following:
* In-depth knowledge of UK news, particularly politics.
* In-depth knowledge of international affairs.
* Strong TV-making skills desirable.
* Ideas and initiative to contribute to planning and development.
* A proven track record of commissioning and creating content.
* Editorial awareness and judgement reflecting BBC policy.
* Willingness to embrace new ways of working.
* Ability to make major decisions under pressure.
* Ability to lead and motivate a team of journalists.
* Ability to assess resource requirements and work to budget.
* Experience of working with high profile presenters.
About The BBC
The BBC is committed to redeploying employees seeking suitable alternative employment. We value and respect every individual's unique contribution, enabling all of our employees to thrive.
Please note: If you were to be offered this role, the BBC will conduct Employment screening checks.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
* Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
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