Accepting applications until: 4 March 2025 Job Description
At Global, we think big, work hard, and never stand still. We’re the proud home of the best media and entertainment, driven by our talented and passionate people. Our mission? To make everyone’s day brighter— our Globallers, our audiences, our partners, and our communities. Whether we’re in the studio, building world-class technology, or securing record Outdoor advertising partnerships, we make sure we’re doing it as a team.
Your new role
We are looking for an experienced news producer for Global’s award-winning daily news podcast, The News Agents, presented by Emily Maitlis, Jon Sopel, and Lewis Goodall.
As a Producer – The News Agents at Global, you will be an outstanding journalist with a consistent track record of producing a high-profile national daily news programme, fixing news-making interviews, arranging access to locations and events, generating ideas for stories and investigations, and setting up special programmes.
Key Responsibilities
* You will bring innovative and ambitious ideas for stories, guests, features, and episodes that set the podcast apart from the crowd.
* You’ll have experience covering US politics and help lead the editorial direction and production of The News Agents USA.
* Generate additional short-form or social media content that will drive audiences to the podcast.
* Work with internal collaborators and the senior podcast project management team to ensure effective production, promotion, and marketing of podcast content.
* Experience on Adobe Audition and comfortable editing audio on a tight deadline and under pressure.
What You’ll Love About This Role
Think Big: You’ll be one of the leading editorial voices on a high-profile, innovative podcast presented by three world-class journalists.
Own It: You’ll be a key member of the production team and will help develop and deliver original stories.
Keep it Simple: The ability to deliver high-quality output to deadline.
Better Together: You'll be a key element of a dynamic team working in a lively news environment.
What Success Looks Like
* Established yourself as an important member of the editorial team on The News Agents, regularly delivering ideas for stories, guests, and treatments that sound great on air.
* Contributed ideas that are key to the growth strategy for The News Agents.
* Delivered news-making interviews.
* Ensured that we have the best on-the-ground access to people and places when we take the podcast on the road.
* Impacted our audience growth and created new avenues for community engagement with listeners.
* Planned, set up, and produced outside broadcasts at home and abroad.
What You’ll Need
* 3-6 years of experience producing daily news programming with deep knowledge and interest in UK and international news. This could be a podcast, radio, or TV strand.
* In-depth knowledge and understanding of news and current affairs, but also broader cultural reference points.
* You will show a high level of creativity and inventiveness in audio content creation.
* Sound editorial judgment and knowledge of media law.
* An excellent contacts book which will lead to a diverse range of guests and story ideas.
* Experience managing high-profile talent and working in a breaking news environment with fast turnarounds and tight deadlines.
* You will have an understanding of how to promote podcasts effectively and the ability to generate additional social media and short-form content to help drive audiences to the podcasts.
Creating a place we all belong at Global
We are dedicated to creating a place where different voices are represented, amplified, and celebrated. We know that we can’t serve our diverse audiences without first celebrating it in our people, which is why we’re passionate about creating an inclusive culture where every Globaller can belong. So, no matter who you are or where you are from, you can find your place at Global.
As a business, we believe in the importance of a healthy work-life balance and the value of a flexible and agile workforce. Therefore, we operate a Smart Working approach. If you need us to make any reasonable adjustments during your recruitment process, drop us an email at recruitment@global.com, we’ll be happy to help.
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