ITV Media Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
Trainee Production Specialist
1 x 6 month contract Part-time
Hiring range: £29,034 - £35,679
Office location: Belfast - This is an office based role unsuitable for hybrid working.
Your work matters to millions. Shaping culture is in the DNA of ITV. Our productions are famous all over the world and we’re at the forefront of the digital streaming revolution.
The role
UTV is looking for a talented Trainee Production Specialist. As a Production Specialist, you will work as part of a multi-skilled team providing technical, craft, operational and administrative skills across all areas of the news service, primarily based at our newsroom and studio in Belfast.
To be eligible for this role, candidates will ideally be multiskilled and familiar with craft editing or live studio operations. Proven skills in, or knowledge of areas including editing, programme timing, vision, sound, directing, media ingest and transfer, production administration or scheduling is an advantage.
You must be willing, and have the aptitude, to develop new skills (with appropriate training) and to move between different duties on a daily basis as the needs of a busy and vibrant news operation require. You’ll also be required to share your own skills with others.
As a Trainee Production Specialist, you will be a highly motivated individual as well as friendly and approachable. You will be committed to working as part of a successful team, sharing the responsibility for supporting news production. Above all, you will be an excellent communicator who is quick thinking and calm under pressure with strong and decisive decision-making skills.
If you have a passion for News and Technology and are looking to expand on your current skills and experience, this could be the perfect role for you.
Skills (minimum criteria)
* You must have knowledge in one or more of the following areas: Editing, Sound, Directing, Programme Timing, Vision, Media Ingest & Transfer, Production Technology Support
* The ability to multi-skill and shift seamlessly from one task to another if necessary, often under pressure, is key
* The ability to be proactive
* Experience of working effectively as part of a team
* Confident and clear communication skills
* Proven ability to learn and apply new skills
Other things we’re looking for (key criteria)
* Proactivity, drive and resilience
* A positive attitude to work
* Excellent attention to detail
* Social Media/Digital awareness
* Candidates should demonstrate passion, enthusiasm, a knowledge of the business, an understanding of technology, and an awareness of production methods
* Candidates should be informed about the news agenda both nationally and for the region/nation
ITV is for everyone. We encourage applications from Deaf, Disabled and Neurodivergent people and People of Colour to help us achieve our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion goals.
Closing date: Midnight Sunday 9th March
Please note: The notice period for this role is 2 months (this will include any new contracts/secondments).
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