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Junior Journalist Apprentice

ITV Jobs • Level 5 • Birmingham, England, United Kingdom • £24.65k / year • 1w ago

Junior Journalist Apprentice

ITV News Central

Office location: Birmingham

In order to progress your application any further you must be available for the following dates: Assessment Centre: Wednesday 9th April 2025 Interview: 29th April

Early application is recommended for this role as we reserve the right to close it at any point if we receive a high volume of applications.

Duration: 18 month fixed term contract Salary: £24,651

We’re looking for fresh talent!

Are you a creative story teller with a passion for regional news? Do you like the sound of working somewhere where each day is different? Do you want to get your foot in the door? If you’ve said yes to all of the above - this job might be just for you. ITV News Central is looking for an enthusiastic individual who is keen to kick off their career in the world of Broadcast Journalism, working in our Birmingham newsroom. You don’t need any previous experience - our interest is in finding the right person. In fact, we welcome candidates without a degree to apply. This is an entry level position as part of a multi-skilled team and your day to day could involve reacting to breaking news stories, producing early, late and weekend bulletins, planning stories and creating online content. You will also have the chance to pitch story ideas of your own! You will follow an Apprenticeship training programme for 18 months where you will learn how news and programmes are made, train to use our news media technology systems, work on live news production and immerse yourself in the exciting world of digital news output, including ITVX. Alongside your day to day role as a Production Journalist Apprentice in the newsroom, you will work towards your Level 5 Diploma in Journalism. The Midlands is a richly diverse region and we're looking for a person who will help ensure our coverage is as representative of the people and backgrounds of all those who live here as possible.

The successful candidate will be self-motivated, have a strong passion to work in Broadcast Journalism and the ability to work as a team player in a busy newsroom environment.

ITV is for everyone.

ITV aims to remove barriers for people from all backgrounds. We recognise that a healthy newsroom and working environment is a diverse one. We are particularly keen to receive applications from people of colour, and deaf, disabled and neurodivergent people, and those from lower socio-economic groups, as we recognise that individuals from these groups are currently underrepresented in our industry.Initially, candidates with successful applications, will be invited to participate in an assessment day comprising both individual and group activities. Subsequently, those who are successful at the assessment centre will be invited to attend an individual interview.Reasonable adjustments as part of the interview process are considered whilst still ensuring that we are able to test a candidate's ability to operate in the specific environment of a newsroom. As part of our reasonable adjustments, we're happy to discuss any support/personalisation you may need during our application and selection process. Please don’t hesitate to contact us at talkingcareers@itv.com with any queries around this.

Entry Criteria

For this apprenticeship, you need to have the below grades:

GCSE (or equivalent): Maths - Grade C/4 or above

English Language or Literature - Grade C/4 or above

Plus 2 other subjects - Grade C/4 or above

A Level (or equivalent): 1 A Level - Grade C or above

(please note if you apply with a qualification that is too similar to the apprenticeship, you will not be eligible for the position)Your application will be assessed clearly as outlined on the application form.

Your work matters to millions.

Shaping culture is in the DNA of ITV. So, it’s not surprising that you’ll find us in every home in the UK, our productions are famous all over the world and we’re at the forefront of the digital streaming revolution. When you join us, you enter a fun working environment with opportunities to learn, to grow and make a real difference. Small enough that your impact’s felt in the business, but big enough that your impact reaches millions of people. Come and develop your skills, change TV and the course of your career. Don’t just watch it. Be part of it. Join ITV.

Your impact sends ripples.

The Team

Our News team delivers high quality and trustworthy television and online coverage that regularly attracts audiences in excess of 3 million viewers. It’s a fast moving environment with a huge variety of roles on offer and plenty of challenges. We operate in 11 main news production centres across England, Northern Ireland, Wales and the Channel Islands. We also have a Political Unit based in the heart of Westminster. And finally, we produce a range of current affairs & factual programming out of ITV Wales, UTV and ITV Border.

The role

The role is based in our Birmingham newsroom, and the successful candidate will work on television and digital news production, from producing early, late and weekend bulletins and planning stories, to creating online content that enhances our reputation and engages our digital audience.During the apprenticeship you will receive hands-on training in the following areas: Producing high quality and compliant news bulletinsWriting stories and scripts that are accurate and engagingEditing pictures using software providedCreating accurate graphics using our template based systemCurating digital content for our website, socials and ITVX On the day News gathering and forward Planning Generating original and creative ideas for on-screen and onlineResearching stories ideas thoroughly and creativelyOfcom code, media law and compliance

Skills you’ll need (minimum criteria)

A passion for news and current affairs, particularly across the East and West MidlandsAn eagerness to learn how to research and develop original story ideas for both on-screen and onlineA willingness to learn and develop new skills with the appropriate trainingGood organisational skills with the ability to plan ahead and prioritise tasksGood writing skills (with good spelling and grammar)Knowledge of the local area, its cultural heritage and an awareness of the types of stories that will engage our audiences

Other things we’re looking for (key criteria)

Confident and clear communication and interpersonal skills

The ability to work collaboratively as part of a team

The ability to remain calm and resilient in a fast-paced environment

The ability to meet deadlines and manage time effectively

Resourcefulness and initiative in finding and developing stories Positive attitude and enthusiasm for learning

Understanding of and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and Health and Safety policies

If you're energized by a fast-paced, ever-changing environment and eager to learn the journalistic skills that will contribute to our success, then we encourage you to apply.The rostered hours for this role will include weekend working , late shifts as well as early morning shifts and Bank Holidays. The working pattern will incorporate late shifts (typically 23:00 finish) as well as early morning (typically 05:00 start). You are expected to provide your own means of transportation to and from your main workplace. Because of the nature of news production, there will be occasions when you are required to work long and unsociable hours at short notice. Some members of the Production Team may be required to travel to district offices or to work in other news operations as well as attending relevant forums, development sessions and meetings off site as part of their role

At ITV, we appreciate the use of technology for research during the application process. We understand that AI tools, including ChatGPT, can be valuable resources. However, we value authenticity and expect applicants to showcase their own thoughts and experiences. Applications that appear to be directly copied from AI-generated content may be subject to rejection. We believe in a fair and authentic assessment process, and your individuality is key to standing out in our selection.

Because those who make an impact deserve to be rewarded for it.

ITV offers some great rewards and benefits including:

Generous holiday allowance, plus you can buy more

Annual bonus opportunity

Competitive pension contribution

Save as you earn - with an opportunity to buy ITV shares

Wellbeing and volunteering days plus a wide range of opportunities to help you live a balanced and healthy life

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