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We're looking for a talented journalist to join the ITV News politics team, working in the heart of Westminster, on the biggest political stories. The successful candidate will work across ITV News platforms, producing the team of political correspondents. You will produce stories from commission to transmission, delivering the best news lines, elements and treatments for TV and digital platforms and you will conceive, develop and deliver original lines and investigations with the political team.Key Responsibilities Tell political stories across TV, digital and ITVX platforms Work with the team of political correspondents including the Political Editor and Deputy Political Editor to produce packages of the highest quality Produce stories from commission to transmission, delivering the best news lines, elements and treatments Write and produce innovative and accurate graphics Pitching and delivering coverage ideas in Westminster and beyond, reflecting communities across the nations and regions Confident working in the field with knowledge of relevant technology Managing competing demands on multiple stories with different deadlines Basic editing of material for different platforms News Edit when required, both in Westminster and in Grays Inn RoadDemonstrate distinctive judgement about digital storytelling - with confidence about what elements will resonate with an online audience and what will perform on different platforms Ensure stories are accurate, comply with the law and relevant regulations, and work in accordance with ITN guidelines on health and safety in the office and in the field Write articles and work on video and audio content, ensuring maximum impact for ITV News content across multiple platforms These are the main requirements of the role and is not an exhaustive list of duties. It is intended to reflect the nature, range, and context of the work, which will change over time.Key Requirements In-depth knowledge of the political news agenda Good level of political contacts Excellent research skills Creative thinker with original ideas for stories and treatments across platforms and a track record of delivering exclusive journalism Experience of owning a story from commission through to broadcast and publication A proven ability to conduct news-making interviews An understanding of news editing Calm under pressure in all environments and capable of working to tight deadlines Proven ability to generate engaging written copy, written under pressure Confidence working across all platforms, including audio Confidence to travel at short notice and operate under pressure An ability to break down complex policy announcements into relatable content for a mass audience Experience of AVID Newscutter, Adobe Premiere, plus other media technology Work to the highest standards of spelling, punctuation and grammar Good knowledge of Ofcom guidelines and an understanding of legal and ethical issues journalism Work in accordance with ITN Health and Safety and Compliance guidelines
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